{"id":13711,"date":"2016-11-11T14:08:58","date_gmt":"2013-11-11T21:08:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.accessrx.com\/blog\/?p=13711"},"modified":"2018-11-12T16:51:13","modified_gmt":"2018-11-12T16:51:13","slug":"viagra-vs-a-pump-which-option-is-right-for-you-m1029","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/erectile-dysfunction\/viagra\/viagra-vs-a-pump-which-option-is-right-for-you-m1029\/","title":{"rendered":"Viagra vs. a Pump: Which Option Is Right for You?"},"content":{"rendered":"

For most men, Viagra (or a drug in the same class) is the first choice for treating erectile dysfunction (ED). However, for men who can’t take Viagra for whatever reason, vacuum pumps exist that treat ED in a mechanical, rather than biochemical way.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Prior to 1998 and the introduction of the drug Viagra, treating erectile dysfunction (ED) was complex and cumbersome.<\/p>\n

Men with underlying psychological issues may have addressed ED with psychotherapy (and that is still the case today), while men with underlying physical causes were limited in their options. Self-injection therapy<\/a>, which is still used on occasion, involves injecting medications directly into the penis — a task that many men understandably shy away from. Some doctors proposed surgical treatments, which didn\u2019t have great success rates. And some men used vacuum pumps to address ED. Vacuum pumps are still available for this purpose.<\/p>\n

How Vacuum Pumps Work to Treat ED<\/h3>\n

Vacuum pumps work on simple physical principles. By placing the penis into a tube from which the air is drawn out, more blood flow is drawn into the penis due to a drop in pressure in the tube, and an erection results. These devices include a specially-fitted silicone ring that is placed at the base of the penis, which helps keep the increased blood there while sexual activity takes place. These are fairly simple machines that don\u2019t require battery or AC power; only manual pumping. Some men get good results with pumps like the Vacurect<\/a>, while other men find them uncomfortable and not very effective. There\u2019s not really a good way to know if a pump like this will work without trying it, and it costs around $200.<\/p>\n

How Vacuum Pumps Are Used<\/h3>\n

To use a vacuum pump, a man chooses a properly-sized tension ring from the selection that comes with the device. This ring, made of flexible silicone, should be snug, but not tight. Then, the tip of the penis is placed through the ring into the pump tube. While holding the tube with one hand, he uses the other to draw air out of the tube, which also draws the penis further into the tube. By pumping the tube several times, blood flow increases, and the tension ring helps blood remain in the penis during sexual activity. When the man is done, he gently removes the tension ring.<\/p>\n

Disadvantages of Vacuum Pumps<\/h3>\n
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While vacuum pumps have a simple design and give men a drug-free way to address ED, they\u2019re not without their problems. If the tension ring isn\u2019t fitted correctly, bruising can result. The pumps are also not especially portable, and must be used immediately before sexual activity. This can greatly reduce spontaneity and interrupt the mood for many people, which can be problematic for men who are dating or not in a committed relationship. However, once the pump has done its work, a man can put on a condom, so it doesn\u2019t interfere with safe sex practices. Finally, vacuum pumps for treating ED are fairly expensive. Most people don\u2019t want to spend several hundred dollars on a device that could end up tossed in the back of the closet.<\/p>\n

How Drugs Like Viagra Work<\/h3>\n

Viagra and other popular ED drugs work by inhibiting a substance called PDE-5. PDE-5 breaks down a bodily chemical called cyclic GMP, which allows the smooth muscle-lining blood vessels to relax so that blood flow to the penis can cause an erection. Taking drugs like Viagra doesn\u2019t by itself cause an erection, but allows for an erection in the presence of sexual stimulation. Viagra is usually taken 30 minutes to one hour before sex, but it is effective for four hours or so, allowing for spontaneity. Having Viagra handy is much more convenient than having a vacuum pump handy, and taking a pill is far less likely to spoil the mood than operating a vacuum pump.<\/p>\n

Making the Best Choice for Treating ED<\/h3>\n

Viagra isn\u2019t right for every man with ED. Those with psychological issues surrounding sexual performance should seek appropriate counseling, even if they are prescribed Viagra. It\u2019s also not recommended for men who have had heart attacks or who take nitrates for heart problems.<\/p>\n

Like all drugs, Viagra has side effects, but they are rarely problematic. Many physicians urge men who have ED along with other health issues — like obesity or diabetes — to adopt lifestyle changes that address those problems, because losing excess weight, controlling blood glucose, and exercising regularly can help with ED as well.<\/p>\n

Viagra is one of the best-selling prescription drugs in history, and many men have had very satisfactory results and enjoyed the convenience of treating ED with a pill so that they can enjoy healthy and fulfilling sexual relationships.<\/p>\n

eDrugstore.com<\/a> dispenses Viagra and other prescription drugs for ED at competitive prices, with the ultimate convenience of speedy and discreet shipping. eDrugstore.com<\/a> is also at the forefront of online security technology so that customer personal, medical, and credit card information is protected at every step of every transaction.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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