Category: Erectile Dysfunction

Drugs such as Viagra, Levitra, and Staxyn are just like all other medications, wherein they work best when taken properly. Sure, you could always just pop that little blue pill the moment you need it, but you’ll most likely find yourself playing the waiting game and cursing yourself for not thinking ahead.

If you’re new to the world of erectile health medication, you may find yourself wondering just what you need to do to get the best bang for your buck from your medication. Unlike some medication, erectile health medication isn’t to be taken the exact moment it’s needed. Instead, it should be taken at the right time, under the right circumstances.

When relying upon erectile health medication, it’s all about planning. It’s advised that the medication should be taken 30 minutes to an hour before you engage in intercourse.

But just because you popped it in time doesn’t mean your erection is suddenly going to spring to life at the magic hour mark. No, erectile health medication will help to wake your erection up, but an erection still needs to be coaxed out the old fashioned way. Sexual stimulation, be it through foreplay or other, will get your body excited, and will ensure your erection is ready when it’s time to get down to business.

It’s also wise to watch what you eat when taking erectile health medication. If taken on a full stomach, the wait time for erectile health medication can jump from an hour to two hours. That’s a lot of waiting for results. It’s best to take your erection health medication on a relatively empty stomach.

While it may seem complicated, achieving an erection on erectile health medication really boils down to planning ahead. If you plan ahead, your erection will be ready and raring to go when it’s time to get down to business.

When you suddenly find yourself grappling with the possibility that you can no longer consistently achieve an erection, it can be difficult to decide what you should do next. You may wonder if you’re making a mountain out of a molehill; after all, every man misses the occasional erection, so this must not be anything to worry about. You may deny you have a problem, reasoning that a missed erection or two isn’t anything serious. You might even own up to the fact that you have an erectile issue, but opt to do nothing about it, figuring that the problem will work itself out in time.

While erectile dysfunction can be a difficult problem to deal with, the simple fact is that it’s an issue that needs to be addressed. If you find yourself struggling to achieve an erection, it’s not a problem that is going to go away on it’s own accord. You need to get proactive about overcoming the problem.

The best way to do this is by speaking to a doctor about your erectile dysfunction. Due to the somewhat embarrassing nature of ED, most men simply opt to skip the doctor. A recent US survey found that 71% of men diagnosed with erectile dysfunction never spoke with a doctor about their issue. On top of this, due to not speaking with a doctor, a whopping 76% thought there was no medical treatment available for them.

While embarrassing, erectile dysfunction is not a problem that will go away on it’s own. Speak with a doctor, determine what is causing the issue, and work together to figure out the best way to overcome the problem.

When the weather starts to warm up and you swap your snow boots for flip-flops, that means it’s time for a cook out. Any good cook out is going to need a good mix of food, and it seems someone inevitably brings watermelon slices for everyone to nosh on. While chowing down on watermelon, you hear the table next to yours talking about the fruit’s apparent “restorative” properties. Watermelon, they say, can affect your body like Viagra, and can produce rock-solid erections. You mark this talk down as idle gossip, but you begin to wonder if there’s any truth to this idea. Can a slice of watermelon really assist you in getting an erection?

The answer is “yes, theoretically.”

You see, watermelon is chock full of an amino acid called citrulline. When consumed, citrulline is converted into the amino acid arginine, which relaxes and dilates the blood vessels, which facilitates better blood flow. Erectile dysfunction drugs such as Viagra work in the same way, opening up the blood vessels so blood can reach the penis and achieve an erection.

So, since the arginine in watermelon works the same way as Viagra, surely you can eat enough watermelon and overcome erectile dysfunction, right? Well, that’s where the “theoretically” part comes into play.

Despite extensive research, erectile health experts have not been able to figure out how much watermelon it takes to achieve an erection. A 4-ounce serving of watermelon contains about 150 milligrams of citrulline, but that’s not nearly enough to open the blood vessels enough to overcome ED.

So, if you’re thinking about ditching your Viagra and investing in a watermelon garden, think again. You might need to eat a whole watermelon or two before your erection springs back to life, and by that point you’ll be so full that sex will be the last thing on your mind. Stick with the surefire thing and use your ED medication when it’s time to hop between the sheets.

You and your erection have been through a lot together. Whether it’s hiding it behind a book when called to the front of the class, or trying to get it to simmer down when you see your partner naked for the first time, you’ve been there for each other. Which is why it can be downright scary to think that one day your erection isn’t going to be as strong as it used to be.

Yes, as men grow older, their erection will begin to falter. While you used to deal with erections day in and day out, you’ll find it increasingly difficult to get it up as you age.

But when can you expect this dreaded erection killer to strike? In your 40’s? In your 50’s? You know it’s coming, but when?

Extensive research has been done on the median age for erectile dysfunction, and the general consensus seems to be that erectile health and sexual function begin to falter after age 50.

But that’s not to say that your erection is going to kick the bucket as soon as you hit 51. Research has found that most age-associated erectile dysfunction is due to underlying physical factors. Whether it’s a lifetime of smoking, eating poorly, avoiding physical exercise, or just generally living poorly, it can all lead to ED.

If you’re looking to avoid ED for quite some time, it’s time to make some positive lifestyle changes. Eat better, get active, quit smoking, drink in moderation; just live a good, healthy life, and you shouldn’t have to worry about erectile dysfunction for many years.

Whether you’re a boxer briefs or a tighty whities kind of guy, you’ve certainly heard the rumor that restrictive underwear can lead to problems in the bedroom. It’s a legend that’s as old as underwear, and it just won’t go away. While most men are quick to write off the rumor, it still manages to stick with you. “What if I’m hurting my erection by wearing underwear that’s too tight?” You may find yourself wondering. “Could my choice in underwear really lead to erectile dysfunction?”

Well, worry not, fellow men. Even if your underwear is ludicrously tight, you won’t have to worry about your erection paying the price.

But your sperm count is another matter entirely.

While tight underwear physically can’t cause erectile dysfunction to develop, it can lead to lowered sperm count.

This is because tight underwear pulls the testicles up to the body. The testicles hang loose from your body, and actually require a different temperature to function normally, which is typically around 2 to 7 degrees below that of the body. When your testicles are nuzzled up against your body, the internal temperature of the testicles will begin to rise. Eventually, your testicles will “overheat” and sperm will begin to die off.

Now, this isn’t instantaneous, so don’t think slipping into a pair of tight undies spells certain death for your sperm. Sperm death will occur if tight underwear is worn for long periods of time, typically over several years.

So if you ever want to have children, it would be wise to swap out your underwear for some boxer briefs.

For as long as there has been erectile dysfunction, there has been someone touting a plant or a root as an all-natural miracle cure. These remedies, originating primarily from China and Africa, are said to open up the blood vessels, encourage blood flow, and lead to rock hard erections, just like Viagra or Stendra.

But unlike Viagra or Stendra, these claims don’t have a whole lot of research to back them up. Despite existing for centuries, natural remedies haven’t been thoroughly investigated and tested. Some herbs used to treat ED have been found to cause side effects, while some roots can have dangerous side effects if taken with unrelated medication. The science around these natural remedies are hazy at best.

But that’s not to say that natural remedies can’t be useful for fighting erectile dysfunction. Natural ED treatments can help to overcome ED when used in conjunction with established ED-fighting methods, but should not be relied upon to best ED all on it’s own. For instance, if your erectile dysfunction is related to recent weight gain, noshing on some herbs and roots can help you to achieve an erection, but only through positive lifestyle changes will you manage to completely overcome ED.

If you wish to overcome your erectile dysfunction au natural, the truth is that you may spend years and plenty of money on purported miracle cures that ultimately don’t fix your problem. Furthermore, some of the natural remedies circulating on the market have been found to be risky, with some increasing chances of bleeding or leading to irregular heartbeats.

When it comes to erectile dysfunction, stick with the sure thing. Talk to your doctor about what ED medication might be best for you.

The beautiful thing about sex is that it can be completely and utterly spontaneous. You never know when feelings are going to strike, or when the timing is going to be perfect for you and your partner to slip away and have some fun.

But when you develop erectile dysfunction, spontaneous sex can prove difficulty. Sure, you can engage in plenty of foreplay, but eventually you’ll need to get down to brass tacks. If you rely on ED medication to achieve an erection, you may find yourself waiting for the drug to kick in.

And if you decided to chow down before popping that little pill, you might find yourself waiting even longer.

For medication to work, it must be digested by the body and dispersed throughout the bloodstream. For ED medication, once the pill has been digested and processed, your arteries will open up and blood flow will improve, which will make it easier for your body to achieve an erection.

But a full stomach slows this whole process down. If you take ED medication after a meal, your medication will essentially have to get in line. The food in your stomach will be digested and process first, and your little ED pill will have to wait for it’ turn.

Viagra typically takes 30 minutes to an hour to take effect, but if taken on a full stomach, you might yourself waiting for up to 2 hours for your erection to spring to life.

So if you’re looking to delay the effects of your erectile medication, then down the pill with a heavy meal. Otherwise, avoid food when ingesting ED medication or you could find yourself playing the waiting game.

So, you’ve finally decided to seek medical help for your erectile dysfunction. Worry not, fellow man. Medication such as Viagra and Levitra will help you regain your former erectile glory, and your partner won’t think any less of you for seeking outside help for your problem.

But when it finally comes time to pick your erectile dysfunction medication, the choices can be somewhat overwhelming. Should you go with Viagra? Or would Stendra better suit my needs? What about Levitra? Sure, they all ultimately do the same thing, but which one is right for me?

Well, each of the major erectile dysfunction medications have subtle differences that set them apart from each other. Here are some facts about these medications that can help you to determine which pill will work best for you.

Viagra

-Must be taken 30 mintes to 1 hour before sexual activity

-Effects are not instantaneous. Requires sexual stimulation to work

-If taken on a full stomach, it will take longer for the effects of Viagra to kick in

-Effects last up to 4 hours

Levitra

-Must be taken 30 mintes to 1 hour before sexual activity

– Effects are not instantaneous. Requires sexual stimulation to work

– If taken on a full stomach, it will take longer for the effects of Levitra to kick in

-Effects last up to 5 hours

Cialis

-Can be taken 15 minutes before sexual activity

– Effects are not instantaneous. Requires sexual stimulation to work

-Can be taken with or without food. If taken with food, this will not affect the dispersal time for the drug

-Effects last up to a day

Stendra

-Can be taken 15 minutes before sexual activity

– Effects are not instantaneous. Requires sexual stimulation to work

– If taken on a full stomach, it will take longer for the effects of Stendra to kick in

-Effects last up to 4 hours

Staxyn

-Must be taken an hour before sexual activity

– Effects are not instantaneous. Requires sexual stimulation to work

-Staxyn is not ingested. It is placed under the tongue, where it dissolves

-Effects last up to 4 hours

Maybe you’ve had a bit too much to drink. Maybe things have just been a bit stressful at the office. Maybe you’re just not in the mood. However you choose to justify it, there are a million different ways to write off a missed erection. After all, you might reason, not getting it up every once in a while isn’t anything to panic about.

Well, that missed erection could soon snowball into a full-blown problem. One missed erection becomes two, two becomes several, several becomes constantly. Before you know it, you aren’t able to get down to business between the sheets anymore and you’re kicking yourself over ignoring the issue in the first place.

There is always a catalyst for erectile dysfunction, and very rarely will the problem naturally go away. Something is causing you to miss erections, and it is important that you get to the root of the issue. Sitting idly by and assuming that the problem will work itself out is a recipe for disaster.

Whether it’s stress-related, due to feelings of insecurity, a poor diet, a sedentary lifestyle, or a litany of other possible reasons, your erection can be reclaimed by taking the necessary steps to overcome the cause. Eat better, get active, confront your feelings; whatever you think you need to do, do it.

Erectile dysfunction can also be an early warning sign of a much more serious problem. Heart disease, diabetes, clogged blood vessels, and Parkinson’s have all been linked to erectile dysfunction. If you choose to wait it out, you could be doing irreparable damage to your body.

So guys, don’t wait and see when it comes to erectile dysfunction. Get serious about it, and work to overcome it.

When you first step foot in the chemotherapy treatment room, it can be downright scary. You’re going to be hooked up to a bag filled with cancer-combating chemotherapeutic agents, and you’re really not sure what the future is going to hold. You’ve heard that hair tends to fall out. You’ll get more sluggish. Your memory might not be what it used to. But there’s a side effect of chemotherapy that many men don’t seem to know about: erectile dysfunction.

Yes, chemotherapy can negatively affect other aspects of your body, including the ability to achieve an erection. Chemotherapy might also sap you of your sexual desire, further complicating your erectile chances.

This is because chemotherapy puts large amounts of stress on the body. Your body is basically working overtime to process these drugs, and is actively diverting all of its attention to eliminating the cancer from your body.

But fret not. Chemotherapy-induced erectile dysfunction is not permanent. As your body recovers from chemo, you should begin to see affected areas come back to normal. Chemotherapy side effects tend to resolve themselves after one to two weeks.

However, in rare instances, chemotherapy can cause major interference with the nerves responsible for controlling the erection. If your erectile dysfunction lasts more than two weeks after a chemotherapy session, consult your doctor immediately.