Erectile Dysfunction (ED) has made life difficult for a majority of men, and Singapore males are no different. The inability to get and retain an erection has brought about a loss of self-esteem and a state of constant chaos.
While the reasons behind it can be many, ignoring it can worsen over time to the point it becomes irreparable. So, irrespective of its causes, it is vital for you to visit a medical professional and follow the medication as advised.
There are a plethora of treatment options, depending on the underlying reasons and their severity.
This article discusses the available treatment options for erectile dysfunction in Singapore.
The article is a part of our comprehensive series on Erectile Dysfunction.
Oral medication
Most medical professionals would recommend oral medication as a way to treat ED. The medications can help augment the effect of nitric oxide in the body, a chemical compound naturally produced by the human body to relax penis muscles.
It includes –
- Sildenafil (Viagra)
- Tadalafil (Adcirca, Cialis)
- Vardenafil (Levitra, Staxyn)
- Avanafil (Stendra)
- Dapoxetine (Priligy)
In addition, these also help in regulating the blood flow to the organ, ensuring better erection. While the intake of these will not result in erection automatically, these help amplify the natural functions leading to it and enable it to function as it should in a usual scenario.
The dosage varies according to the severity, age, existing medical situation, and other relevant factors. So it is not suggested to consume these without professional help.
Exercises
Regular exercise can eliminate long-standing issues in the human body. While medication is primarily temporary, doing regular exercises can help activate the pelvic floor muscles and help the body to function normally.
One of the most common exercises suggested by a medical professional is Kegel exercises. These focus on improving your pelvic muscle floor by performing simple movements several times in a row, multiple times a day, or as advised.
Check out this youtube link to learn more about Kegel exercise.
Food habits
Like exercises, several foods are proven performers helping in more prolonged erection and improved sexual performance.
A nutrient-rich diet, such as that common in the Mediterranean regions, helps boost blood flow and improve the levels of energy, antioxidants, and L-arginine in the human body.
If you are not accustomed to it, you can start slow and gradually get used to it. In other cases, you can intake some of the below-mentioned foods regularly for helping in your ED cause –
- Nuts and milk
- Bananas
- Onion and garlic
- Walnut
- Dark chocolate
- Porridge
Synthetic treatments
Synthetic treatments are not often easily available. But following are some that have been around for some time:
Penis vacuum device
A penis vacuum device is a hollow tube designed to improve the blood flow into the penis. It is placed over the penis, and when turned on, it creates a suction pulling the blood into the penis and helping the erection.
Once the penis is erect, a tension ring is placed at its base to prevent the blood from flowing back. The vacuum is then removed, and once you are done with your sexual activities, you can remove the tension ring.
Penile implant
The penile implant comes into the picture (or the penis!) when everything else falters. The process involves implanting devices on the sides of the organ via surgery. One of the devices is malleable, whereas the other is inflatable. It helps maintain the erection as you desire and keeps it firm and bendable.
Alternate medications
Alprostadil self-injection
Here, a needle injects alprostadil to the base of the penis that helps in elongated erections.
Alprostadil urethral suppository
Here, an applicator is used to place a tiny alprostadil suppository at the inner side of the penis in its penile urethra. It helps you stay erect for up to an hour.
Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT)
Here, injections, skin patches, or gels are used to inject testosterone and help in penis erection. TRT is to be used with other ED medications.
Improving your lifestyle
If you are an excessive alcoholic, you can cut down on the intake significantly for giving yourself a higher chance of successfully recovering from ED. It is one of the examples that may not be applicable to everyone.
But a gradual improvement in the quality of life, such as exercising regularly, losing extra weight, and shifting to a healthy diet, have been proven effective in dealing with ED.
Meeting a counselor
At times, psychological reasons can contribute to you suffering from erectile dysfunction. The reasons can involve depression, anxiety, and stress. In such cases, medicines may not help, and you will require to visit a counselor capable of solving your problem.
How to choose the right erectile dysfunction treatment?
Given that erectile dysfunction, severity varies across human bodies and can be both psychological and otherwise. So it is imperative for you to understand the underlying reasons and accordingly make a move.
Contact us at andsons Singapore and get evaluated for a suitable treatment plan.
References
- https://www.houstonmethodist.org/blog/articles/2021/jun/treating-erectile-dysfunction-5-options-beyond-ed-pills/
- https://www.urologyhealth.org/urology-a-z/e/erectile-dysfunction-(ed)
- https://zerocancer.org/learn/current-patients/side-effects/erectile-dysfunction/treatment-opt-e-d/
- https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/erectile-dysfunction/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20355782
- https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/10035-erectile-dysfunction
- https://www.everydayhealth.com/erectile-dysfunction-pictures/popular-ways-to-treat-erectile-dysfunction.aspx
- https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/urologic-diseases/erectile-dysfunction/treatment
