Abstract

ERECTILE DYSFUCTION” MECHANISM, CAUSES AND TREATMENT: A REVIEW

Bankar Kunal*, Bhoite Preeti, Bhos Shraddha and Ashok Dalimbe

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Abstract

Erectile dysfunction mechanism, causes and treatment reviewed. Erectile dysfunction is inability of man to maintain penis erection during sexual intercourse.it is quite a common in middle age and older men’s. erectile dysfunction can be physical or psychological. Causes for ED is less production of testosterone, stress, anxiety, smoking, alcohol. Some drugs regular consumption can also cause ED. Drugs like antiparkision, analgesics, diuretics, cytotoxic agent or antipsychotics. Age factor is important in ED cause around 70% of men can get the ED after age of 70. different treatments are available for ED like oral medicines(Viagra, Vardenafil, Avanafil, Tadalafil), Penis pumps, Penile implants, Sex therapy or psychological counselling, Exercise, Alprostadil urethral suppository, Testosterone replacement, Alprostadil self-injection. Psychosocial erectile dysfunction is temporary but physical Ed needs surgery which can bring some complications. Viagra is commonly used oral medicine for erectile dysfunction or to enhance sexual performance.

Keywords: Erectile dysfunction, Antipsychotics, Corpus cavernosum.