A treatment that is not included and regarded as a typical Western medical activity is called “alternative” or “complementary.” Alternative types of medication include a wide range of practices raging from dietary supplements to acupuncture. Read the rest of this entry »

Erectile dysfunction (ED) or male impotence as it is usually referred to is a health condition when a man is unable to produce or maintain an erection suitable for successful sexual intercourse. It is not commonly discussed as compared to other health issues, but it is quite common, affecting about 10% of men regardless of age and race.

Common causes of erectile dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction can be caused by a large variety of factors, which may be divided into three main groups:psychological, physical, and pharmaceutical.

1. Psychological factors are the primary cause for ED, and include such conditions as stress, depression, anxiety relationship issues, insomnia, etc.

2. Physical factors causing impotence are connected to the four major health issues:

• Blood flow influencing conditions such as various heart diseases, blood pressure issues, diabetes, arteriosclerosis, etc.
• Nervous system issues, such as spinal diseases, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, tumors, etc.
• Hormonal balance disorders, including hypogonadism, thyroid issues, and Cushing’s syndrome
• Structural deformations in the penile area, such as Peyronie’s disease, and hypospadias

3. Some medications can cause erectile dysfunction as a side-effect. Usually the effect wears off after you stop taking the drug, so don’t rush taking Cialis or other ED medications if that’s the cause. Here are some of the most common medications know to cause male impotence:

• Diuretics – these medications are used to induce urination, and are usually prescribed for treating hear failure, high blood pressure, and kidney disease
• Beta-blockers – these drugs act as anti-hypertension drugs, lowering the blood pressure.
• Fibrates – medications for reducing cholesterol levels
• Antipsychotics – these medications are used to treat severe psychiatric disorders
• Antidepressants – drugs used for treating depression symptoms
• Steroids – an entire class of medications used to treat a variety of health issues such steroid hormone deficiency, Aids and other conditions causing the decrease in muscle mass
• Immunosuppressants – drugs used to reduce the activity of the immune system
• H2-antagonists – medications prescribed for a variety of stomach acid related diseases.
• Anticonvulsants – drugs used in cases of epilepsy and bipolar disorders

Most doctors suggest that erectile dysfunction should be treated in a gradual fashion, starting off with the least invasive methods and gradually switching to more invasive ones in case the condition remains. In most cases making a change in lifestyle can prove very beneficial. Consider drinking less, exercising frequently, quiting smoking, losing extra weight. You will be surprised to see how can it affect your sexual functions. Read the rest of this entry »

Impotence is the lack of a person’s ability to sustain the penis’ erection. It is the incapacity to uphold the erection for intimate intercommunication. There might be a tendency in sustaining just brief erections, incapacity to reach an erection, or incapacity in upholding erection for intimate intercommunication.
Impotence is not an illness. It signals of some defect within the body. It is caused by degrees. There are different factors causing impotence. Read the rest of this entry »

It’s always exciting to follow the horses. Racing is such an adrenaline sport (and there’s always a little extra spice added to the day when you can bet on the outcome). So do you take it seriously, follow each horse’s form, track how the jockeys are doing? Read the rest of this entry »

Among the young (that’s anyone under the age of around 40 years), there are some terrible ageist stereotypes. One of the most annoying is that, as people age, they lose interest in sex. Quite why this myth should have begun is unclear. Perhaps it’s to do with how people perceive beauty. Read the rest of this entry »

There are always bright moments in your day. No matter how many other items of news cross your desk which show economies slowing down or people doing bad things, there is always something that can lift your spirits again. In this instance, we have the third quarter earnings figures out of Eli Lilly. Read the rest of this entry »

One of the things that makes life bearable is irony. No matter what you’re doing, the mismatch can hit you and the smile comes. Even when the world seems really dark, that smile brings a ray of hope. So look at erectile dysfunction. Not the most amusing of subjects. There you are, in exactly the right situation with a woman you find really attractive and then nothing happens. Or having started well, your interest dies away unexpectedly. Talk about humiliation and embarrassment! Read the rest of this entry »

Whenever you see articles about erectile dysfunction, they almost always talk about the problems of the men. Yet sex usually requires two willing participants. So this article is going to start the process of setting the record straight. We’re going to think about the women in this situation and let them have their say. After all, they were patiently sitting in the background waiting for you to get up the courage to make that appointment with your local healthcare provider. She’s the one who watched you take the first pill and waited to see if anything was going to happen (this time). Read the rest of this entry »

This February, the Food and Drug Administration approved the lower dose versions (2.5mg and 5mg) of cialis for once-daily use. This option has been available in Europe for some time but has remained on the shelf in the USA until now. This extends the performance range of people who have erectile dysfunction (ED). The conventional tablet gives sexual potency for up to 36 hours and is most suitable for weekend or holiday use. If you get married and so want to be able to have sex on a daily basis, the new format gives you the confidence to be able to perform as and when you want. To encourage people to make a free decision on which version to buy, the pharmaceutical manufacturer, Ely Lily, has aligned the prices so there should be no difference in cost to the consumer. Read the rest of this entry »