Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction (ED) used to be called impotence. Erectile dysfunction is the inability to attain and maintain an erection sufficient for satisfactory sexual performance. 

Erectile dysfunction is not a disease, but a symptom of some other problem, either physical or psychological or a mixture of both. It can be distressing and may result in loss of confidence and self-esteem, impacting mental health and relationships. There are several solutions but recognizing the problem and talking about it with your Urologist or Urology Nurse are the first steps.

At Urology Associates we have a Specialist Nurse clinic to support men to find a solution to their erection problems.

Oral medications such as Viagra, Cialis and Levitra are from a group of drugs called PDE5-inhibitors.  Some men will have an excellent result with oral medication. Usually your GP will be able to recommend and trial you on one or more of these medications - or they may suggest that you come and see us.

Caverject is an injection used for erectile dysfunction. It is used if oral medications for erectile dysfunction have not worked or have caused undesirable side effects.

Caverject contains alprostadil which is similar to the natural substance in your body called prostaglandin E1. It widens blood vessels so that blood can flow into your penis more easily. This makes it easier for you to have an erection.

If your Urologist recommends this and you would like to proceed, we will arrange for you to see our Nurse Specialist who will instruct you on the injection technique.

Vacurect uses vacuum constriction therapy.

Vacuum constriction devices help men achieve and sustain an erection by creating a vacuum around the penis so that blood flows through it, enlarging it. Vacurect (recommended pump) uses no harmful chemicals and is safe and effective for use by patients with Erectile Dysfunction

The artificial penile prosthesis is the gold standard amongst treatment options for erectile dysfunction. It allows total control of when and for how long you have an erection, and gives the spontaneity back to you and your parter. The most commonly used devices are the AMS700 which is an implant manufactured by Boston Scientific or the Titan, an implant manufactured by Coloplast. They have both been used successfully for decades by men around the world. Click here for more information on the AMS700 or here for information on the Coloplast Titan - both of which can be implanted for you by one of our specialists in erectile dysfunction at Urology Associates.

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