At first, it seems the world is a strange and wonderful place. Then you look again and find it the same rather depressing place. It would be wonderful to be able to write that men changed immediately they found there were risks. How rational that would make men appear. They see the danger, understand what must be done and never hesitate. Except, men have been only too aware of how they acquire sexually transmitted diseases for rather a long time. In part, this is connected to the name containing a reference to transmission during sexual activity. To combat infection during sexual activity, there have been well-documented versions of the condom available since the sixteenth century. The first condom made of rubber appeared in 1845. It would be good to be able to write the STDs were now almost eradicated. After all, through vaccination, we have managed to rid the world of many diseases. When something so simple as a piece of clothing can prevent the spread of a disease, how can this be a problem?
Well, the latest figures from around the world show STDs alive and well. Sexual morals are not that easy to change. As a result, the rate of infections is increasing from the least serious to HIV/AIDS which is rapidly rising up the top ten of causes of death. Why, you ask, is this so all fire important to write about it on a site devoted to erectile dysfunction? Well, there’s a new piece of research. It followed 34,000 men who were taking one of the erectile dysfunction drugs between 1997 and 2006. Their sexual health was compared to about a million other men who never received a prescription for one of the drugs. The research team then analyzed all the main insurers’ databases to compare health before and after starting an erectile dysfunction drug, and living life without their help. Now we come to one of those wonderful lines: “The statistics do not lie.” Well, allowing the laughter to die down, the statistics here show three times more men contracted an STD in the year following their use of an erectile dysfunction drug. more…
ED is not a chronic or permanent condition and can be treated
The vast experience is studying erectile dysfunction in men and numerous clinical tests have confirmed that the condition can be reversed to 35% of the initial state if treated with conventional methods. In some cases natural treatments can have very beneficial effects in the patient, while in others conventional medications are the key to restoring healthy sexual functions. There’s no secret about the fact that by improving health in overall, men tend to improve their sexual abilities too. Such evident things as physical exercises, lack of alcohol abuse and smoking usually make the restoring process much easier. Not to mention that these lifestyle changes will improve the quality of life in general. more…
As discussed in numerous articles on the causes of erectile dysfunction there is a type of male impotence that is caused by the used of certain medications. Doctors even call it drug-induced impotence. Different substances including prescription, non-prescription, over-the-counter, herbal and recreational drugs can cause a negative effect on a man’s sexual abilities. And it’s not a rule of thumb – if one man gets an ED by using a certain antidepressant another person can be perfectly active using the very same medication. It’s all just a matter of case study, however there are general tendencies that can be observed.
In case you feel like a certain drug you are currently taking affects your sexual abilities you should inform your doctor first. He or she is the person to decide whether you should stop taking the medication or not. Never take such decisions on your own, as with some drugs you may experience severe withdrawal effects if you stop taking them not as prescribed by your doctor. Your health and even life can depend on that so don’t do anything without your doctor knowing. Experiencing ED for a few days is not as dramatic as ending up in the emergency room with a severe withdrawal effect.
Here’s a list of substances that are commonly cited as having the potential to cause erectile dysfunction in men taking them.
Antidepressants and other drugs for mental illness:
- Amitriptyline
- Amoxapine
- Buspirone
- Chlordiazepoxide
- Chlorpromazine
- Clomipramine
- Clorazepate
- Desipramine
- Diazepam
- Doxepin
- Fluoxetine
- Fluphenazine
- Imipramine
- Isocarboxazid
- Lorazepam
- Meprobamate
- Mesoridazine
- Nortriptyline
- Oxazepam
- Phenelzine
- Phenytoin
- Sertraline
- Thioridazine
- Thiothixene
- Tranylcypromine
- Trifluoperazine
Antihistamine drugs:
- Cimetidine
- Dimenhydrinate
- Diphenhydramine
- Hydroxyzine
- Meclizine
- Nizatidine
- Promethazine
- Ranitidine
Diuretics and hypertension medications:
- Atenolol
- Bethanidine
- Bumetanide
- Captopril
- Chlorothiazide
- Chlorthalidone
- Clonidine
- Enalapril
- Furosemide
- Guanabenz
- Guanethidine
- Guanfacine
- Haloperidol
- Hydralazine
- Hydrochlorothiazide
- Labetalol
- Methyldopa
- Metoprolol
- Minoxidil
- Nifedipine
- Phenoxybenzamine
- Phentolamine
- Prazosin
- Propranolol
- Reserpine
- Spironolactone
- Triamterene
- Verapamil
The most common types of medications for high blood pressure that are known to cause erectile dysfunction quite often are thiazides and beta-blockers. Alpha-blockers usually don’t cause erectile problems.
Drugs for Parkinson’s disease:
- Benztropine
- Biperiden
- Bromocriptine
- Levodopa
- Procyclidine
- Trihexyphenidyl
Chemotherapy and hormonal treatments:
- Antiandrogens
- Busulfan
- Cyclophosphamide
- Ketoconazole
- LHRH agonists
Other drugs:
- Aminocaproic acid
- Atropine
- Clofibrate
- Cyclobenzaprine
- Cyproterone
- Digoxin
- Disopyramide
- Estrogen
- Finasteride
- Furazolidone
- H2 Blockers
- Indomethacin
- Lipid lowering-agents
- Licorice
- Metoclopramide
- NSAIDs
- Orphenadrine
- Prochlorperazine
- Pseudoephedrine
Pain relief medications:
- Codeine
- Fentanyl
- Hydromorphone
- Meperidine
- Methadone
- Morphine
- Oxycodone
Street drugs:
- Alcohol
- Amphetamines
- Barbiturates
- Cocaine
- Marijuana
- Heroin
- Nicotine
Make sure to check out the label to see whether any of these substances makes part of the drugs you currently take. There may be numerous brand names and formulations, but if the substance is contained in any of them you might need the help of Cialis to make things right. more…
The pharmacological advances of the last couple of decades have significantly improved the quality of life, addressing most of the conditions that were impossible to be treated a century ago. And erectile dysfunction is no exception here. With so many ED medications out there on the market you can treat even the most severe cases of impotence, with people having their first erections after years of sexual inactivity. But pharmacology is not the only domain with exceptional improvements as doctors have learned much about preventing certain conditions at earlier stages with no need in costly medications.
To much surprise of many, erectile dysfunction can be prevented just like any other disease that is characteristic for older men. And the ways you can prevent it with are so simple and affordable that it looks too simple sometimes. However, bear in mind that when it comes to lifestyle changes everything looks pretty easy on paper but in reality it’s quite hard to modify the way you’re used to living your life. And that’s the milestone of preventive measures – changing your lifestyle in order to eliminate any factors that may influence erectile dysfunction.
As we all know, erection strongly depends on the condition of blood vessels and nerve endings, as well as the psychological wellness of the person. If there are any factors affecting these aspects in a negative you the risk of developing ED at an earlier stage increases. Thus, a person’s goal is to eliminate these factors and improve the condition of the most vulnerable areas in his body.
The following are some helpful ways you can improve your overall health and prevent erectile problems in the future
Stay active
Having no or little physical activity is the primary cause for a wide range of health conditions that affect all of the systems in the body. A large part of these conditions will lead to erectile dysfunction too. Start exercising, spend at least 30 minutes three times a week on intense physical activity, enroll in a yoga class or start jogging – anything will do. If you have excessive weight, make everything possible to reduce it. Regular exercises are the best way you can keep your body fit and strong, and the psychological effects of this will also improve your sexual drive.
Eat healthy food
Fast-foods and fried meat should be out of your regimen. Eat more vegetables and fruits, switch to poultry and fish rather than eating red meat. This is especially important if you are overweight or obese. We are what we it, and many health problems are caused by the improper diet and calorie intake. Start eating healthier foods, don’t drink too much soda drinks and you will notice improvements in all of your bodily aspects. more…
