Close to 18 million men in the United States suffer from erectile dysfunction, or the inability to attain and maintain an erection. This common problem is often left untreated because men are embarrassed about it. At Premier Urology, we will help you understand the medical cause of your condition and choose a treatment option that fits your lifestyle.

Causes of Erectile Dysfunction

Men who have undergone surgery or experienced injuries to the groin can experience erectile dysfunction. Diseases such as hypertension or diabetes can lead to the disease. The most common cause of the condition is a lack of blood flow to the penis, either due to other diseases, aging, or injury.

Medications for Erectile Dysfunction

If the area around the penis has not been damaged, we will treat your erectile dysfunction using medication. Medications work to increase blood flow to the penis, allowing you to successfully achieve an erection during intercourse. Most of these medications are taken orally, but medications that are implanted into the urethra are also available.

More Invasive Techniques

If your condition is not caused by a lack of blood flow, or if the drugs were not successful in treating your erectile dysfunction, you may wish to pursue other options. Vacuum pumps can help some patients achieve an erection artificially.

Surgery is another option. We can implant devices into the body that will create an artificial erection. A permanent implant, such as a flexible rod, can be placed into the penis to make it permanently rigid. The penis can be moved manually into a comfortable position when not engaged in intercourse. We can also implant a pump that will inflate when you are ready to have intercourse. This allows you to have your penis return to its normal state.

If you are suffering from erectile dysfunction, call us today to schedule a private consultation. We understand that you are embarrassed, and we will handle your concerns with care and discretion.