Do I Have Erectile Dysfunction?

It was once thought that erectile dysfunction was purely a psychological problem in the realm of men’s sexual health.  However, as technology advances, experts are finding scientific evidence that suggests erectile dysfunction is also biologically-based.

It is not uncommon for men to ejaculate sooner than they or their partner would like, although if the problem persists and begins to increase in frequency, it is possible that erectile dysfunction is occurring.

What to look for:

• Premature ejaculation occurs in a majority of your sexual encounters
• It causes stress or unusual concern
• Your sex-life was fine and now it is not
• You ejaculate before or shortly after intercourse begins
• You have difficulty maintaining an erection

Psychological causes include but are not limited to:

• Being in a  situation where you are hurrying
• Feelings of guilt that drive the need to rush during intercourse

While erectile dysfunction is sometimes caused by psychological distress, studies show that there are a number of biological components.

• Low hormone levels
• Abnormal levels of neurotransmitters
• Inflammation of the prostate or urethra
• Thyroid issues
• Nervous system problem caused by trauma or surgery.
• Narcotic withdrawal  and certain Anti-Anxiety medications.

For more information on how to treat erectile dysfunction visit the Boston Medical Group website.

Insecure About Sexual Performance? You’re Not Alone.

Independent market research company OnePoll recently questioned 2,000 men between the ages of 16 and 65 about their place in society.  Half of the respondents claimed to be unsatisfied with their position in society and their personal sexual performance.

Former GP and trustee of the Sexual Dysfunction Association, Dr John Tomlinson, said that an ‘enormous’ number of 18- to 40-year-olds were concerned about sexual problems.  He continued to suggest that advertisements including well-toned, physically flawless celebrities elicit a negative self-image in men.

Only 11% of 40-year-old men said their confidence is higher now than when they were younger.  One in three of those men said when they go out to meet women they consume alcohol to boost their confidence.

One in four respondents claimed inadequacy in the bedroom because of TV shows like “Sex and The City” where ideal men are those with immense stamina and a perfect build.

“Men are more likely than women to have fragile self-esteem, as they judge their status in society through success in a single sphere, such as their career, the size of their pay packet or the model of their car,” said British Psychologist, David Sharpley. Also, because men in general do not spend a lot of time in introspection or communicating their concerns, they often let health issues go untreated.

Sudden Memory Loss A Possible Side-Effect of ED Drugs

Revisions to Erectile Dysfunction drug labels have recently been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to include sudden memory loss as a side effect in users. Label changes are made necessary when multiple users have reported the same symptoms after taking the drug.

The condition, “transient global amnesia,” is temporary memory loss commonly seen in neurological conditions caused by head injury or epilepsy.

The International Journal of Impotence Research recently published a story of a 46-year-old man who was “brought to the emergency room because he had couldn’t remember any events since waking up in the morning or the night before, including sexual intercourse after taking a popular erectile dysfunction drug. His memory gradually improved and tests for cardiovascular and brain problems came back normal.” The German neurologists who wrote the story said there had been 35 reports of amnesia in ED drug users between 1998 and 2001.

Some other side effects of Erectile Dysfunction drugs include: drop in blood pressure or loss of vision and hearing capacity.

For more information on the FDA label changes, visit this site

Obesity Linked to Erectile Dysfunction

In a recent study of over 2,000 Italian men of various ages, scientists have found a concerning correlation between weight and men’s sexual health.

According to an article on the study, “41.5% [of men] were normal weight, 42.4% were overweight, 12.1% were obese, and 4% were severely obese. The mean age was 52.”  The study found that obesity and related health issues such as hypertension and low testosterone levels were far more common in those with Erectile Dysfunction regardless of age.

The study recognized a positive correlation between weight and testosterone levels.

In this case, Erectile Dysfunction (ED) is an indicator of physical — rather than mental — health problems.  Whereas stress, depression and fear can cause stress-related ED, obesity is now thought to be a common physical cause of the dysfunction.  To learn more about erectile dysfunction, why not schedule a consultation at a Boston Medical Group clinic by calling 877-212-9161.

Premature Ejaculation Case Studies

There are three types of Premature Ejaculation, two of which are Primary and Secondary Premature Ejaculation. Primary is when ejaculation occurs too soon, while Secondary premature ejaculation is caused by the weakening of an erection. The following case studies were done on one patient with each of the previously mentioned dysfunctions.

David, a 24 year old with primary premature ejaculation experienced a lot of tension within his relationship and while using alternatives such as numbing creams and rubber rings helped temporarily, David wanted to think about the long-term with his girlfriend.

After having a biothesiometry test done, it was found that David has an over-sensitive penile head. This was causing his premature ejaculation. Boston Medical Group was able to offer a treatment that would prolong David’s erection even after ejaculation. He eventually got used to the sensation of having sex and was able to regain control of his erections.

Eric, 35, has a different story.  Eric has been married for thirty years and within the last two years has lost control of his ejaculations. Eric was in great health aside from slightly higher blood pressure. His doctor prescribed medication to control his blood pressure. Boston Medical Group conducted a test called an eco-Doppler test, which measures the amount of blood flow through the penis (completely noninvasive and measures bloodflow using sounds waves!) It was found that because Eric was constantly concerned with maintaining an erection, he was actually causing it to weaken. To solve this problem, Boston Medical Group prescribed vasodialators to use ten minutes before sexual intercourse. As soon as both his confidence and erection improved he was able to control his erections without the vasodialators.

Every patient has a different story with unique qualities and should therefore have a personalized treatment. Boston Medical Group offers personalized treatments and it’s as simple as finding a clinic in your area. For more information check out Boston Medical Group’s website.

For detailed information on both Eric’s and David’s, you can click through to their premature ejaculation case studies.

Sexual Dysfunction Mystery Solved … By Rats?

United States researchers have found nerves in the spinal cords of rats that trigger the ability to ejaculate. Scientists believe it may be one step forward on the path to find new treatments for sexual dysfunctions.

In the study, done at the University of Cincinnati, these nerves were isolated and taken out of the rats.  The male rats were then placed in cages with female rats and although they seemed to be mating; never ejaculated. The study showed that these nerves relay message for reproduction in the rat’s brain.

When the receptors for these messages were removed, the rats could not ejaculate.  No other changes in behavior were seen in any of these rats.

It is said that with this scientific finding, men who have become paralyzed and thus have premature ejaculation issues could potentially see own problems solved.

New Puerto Rico Clinic For The Boston Medical Group

The newest Boston Medical Group men’s sexual health clinic has opened in San Juan, Puerto Rico.  Like every clinic in the Boston Medical Group network, the new San Juan center will offer individualized treatment solutions for erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation.

If you live on the island of Puerto Rico or vacation there frequently and would like to schedule an appointment at the new location, simply call 877-212-9161.   For a list of all Boston Medical Group locations Worldwide, follow the link below.

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