Although it is popularly known as Impotence, it is scientifically defined as "Erectile Dysfunction" or "Erectile Dysfunction". It occurs due to the man's “inability to achieve and maintain an erection sufficient to allow satisfactory sexual performance”.
What are the Causes of Erectile Dysfunction? Who Is At Higher Risk?
Those at risk for erectile dysfunction:
- High cholesterol,
- High blood pressure,
- Obesity,
- Cigarette consumption,
- People with cardiovascular risk factors such as a sedentary lifestyle.
- Diabetes,
- Neurological disease,
- Has a hormonal disorder,
- Individuals who have had pelvic or spinal cord surgery where the nerves may be damaged are more
It is known that erectile dysfunction is closely related to anxiety and depression. The life stress of individuals, the problem between spouses paves the way for erectile dysfunction.
How to Diagnose Erectile Dysfunction?
Urology specialists and their special group, Andrologists, deal with erectile dysfunction in our country.
In many patients, it is seen that the problem is not physiological but psychological or bilateral. A comprehensive examination gives information about diseases that may cause erectile dysfunction secondary.
In addition, if it has not been measured in the last 12 months; fasting blood sugar, cholesterol, testosterone (male hormone), levels should be measured.
After this basic evaluation, further tests can be started if necessary.
Doppler ultrasonography is the most used method among advanced tests. In this method, artificial erection is achieved by injecting the penis into the penis, and the blood flow in the main vessels of the penis is measured.
How to Treat Erectile Dysfunction?
Erectile Dysfunction Correctable risk factors need to be addressed before switching to drugs in the treatment of the disease.
Quitting smoking, starting regular exercise, and losing weight can provide dramatic improvements in many patients. People who have made these changes in middle age reduce their risk by 70% within 2 years compared to people who have not. A success rate of 50-80% should be expected from drugs in general.
What to Do in a Patient Who Doesn't Respond to Oral Treatment?
As an alternative option (second-line treatment) in patients who do not respond to oral treatment, injection into the penis is performed.
Patients who find second-line treatments unsuccessful or unacceptable are referred to happiness stick/balloon surgery.
For patients who are unresponsive to oral treatment and do not want surgical intervention, a treatment method called EDSWT, which has emerged in recent years, is applied.
What is EDSWT Method?
Treatment of Erectile Dysfunction with Low Intensity Shock Waves (Low Intensity Shock Wave Therapy for Erectile Dysfunction) or its abbreviation EDSWT.
Erectile Dysfunction It is a system specially developed for the treatment of the disorder. The aim of this treatment is to support the formation of new microvessels in the penis with focused sound waves and to permanently treat erectile dysfunction as it increases blood supply in the penis. This treatment, which consists of a total of 12 sessions lasting approximately 30 minutes each, is performed on an outpatient basis without the need for any anesthesia or pain reliever.
When EDSWT is compared with other methods;
- Does not require medication and does not cause pain.
- No side effects are observed.
- Other does not affect organs.
- Does not cause increased risk in cardiovascular patients.
- Does not involve surgery.
- Does not require anesthesia.
- No prior planning is required for sexual activity .
- There is no need for hospitalization.
- Temporary No i effect.
- No recurring cost.
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