Sexual Dysfunction
A sexual problem, or sexual dysfunction, refers to a problem during any phase of the sexual response cycle that prevents the individual or couple from experiencing satisfaction from the sexual activity. The sexual response cycle has four phases: excitement, plateau, orgasm, and resolution.
While research suggests that sexual dysfunction is common (43% of women and 31% of men report some degree of difficulty), it is a topic that many people are hesitant to discuss. Fortunately, most cases of sexual dysfunction are treatable, so it is important to share your concerns with your partner and doctor.
What causes sexual Dysfunction?
Sexual dysfunction can be a result of a physical or psychological problem.
Physical causes.
Many physical and/or medical conditions can cause problems with sexual function. These conditions include diabetes, heart and vascular (blood vessel) disease, neurological disorders, hormonal imbalances, chronic diseases such as kidney or liver failure, and alcoholism and drug abuse. In addition, the side effects of certain medications, including some antidepressant drugs, can affect sexual desire and function.
Psychological causes.
These include work-related stress and anxiety, concern about sexual performance, marital or relationship problems, depression, feelings of guilt, and the effects of a past sexual trauma.
How Are Male Sexual Dysfunction Diagnosed?
Organic disorders require appropriate treatment.Before going for therapy, noninvasive methods (mechanical devices and drugs) are tried first. All drugs and devices should be tried for some time before being considered ineffective.
Mechanical devices:
Men who can develop but not sustain an erection may use a constriction ring. As soon as erection occurs, a metal or elastic ring or a leather band with snaps (sold by prescription in pharmacies or OTC in sex paraphernalia stores as a “cock ring”) is placed around the base of the penis, preventing venous outflow. If the man cannot develop an erection, a vacuum device can draw blood into the penis, after which the band or ring is placed at the base of the penis to retain the erection. Bruising of the penis, coldness of the tip of the penis, and lack of spontaneity are some drawbacks to this modality. A constriction ring and vacuum devices might also be useful adjuncts for patients who do not respond satisfactorily to drug therapy.
Drugs:
The primary drugs for ED are oral phosphodiesterase inhibitors, oral apomorphine Some Trade Names of Drugs are
Levitra,Viagra,Cialis,Kamagra,Penegra,Cavetra,Silagra,Zenegra etc.
Caverta
This medication is used to treat male sexual function problems (erectile dysfunction). It works by helping the blood flow into the penis to achieve and maintain an erection.
CIALIS Oral
Tadalafil is used to treat male sexual function problems (impotence or erectile dysfunction) by blocking a certain enzyme (phosphodiesterase-PDE5) in the body. In combination with sexual stimulation, tadalafil helps blood flow into the penis to achieve and maintain an erection.
LEVITRA Oral
Vardenafil is used to treat male sexual function problems (impotence or erectile dysfunction) by blocking a certain enzyme (phosphodiesterase-PDE5). In combination with sexual stimulation, vardenafil works by helping the blood flow into the penis to achieve and maintain an erection.
All of these Drugs contains PDE5 inhibitors which cause direct coronary vasodilation and potentiate the hypotensive effects of other nitrates, including those used to treat cardiovascular disease as well as recreational amyl nitrate (“poppers”). Thus, all nitrates are contraindicated for 24 h after the administration of any PDE5 inhibitor. Other adverse effects of PDE5 inhibitors include flushing, visual abnormalities, and headache.
Surgery:
For patients who do not respond to drug therapy, invasive treatment options include implantation of a penile prosthesis. Prostheses can be rigid plastic rods or hydraulically operated devices. Both involve the risks of general anesthesia, infection, and prosthetic malfunction.
All of these are different ways by which Sexual Dysfunction can be tackled.At primary stage one can make use of drugs but if still one founds problem then he must go for Surgery.
