For Men’s Health Month, we are raising awareness on a common problem among men: erectile dysfunction. It’s estimated that over 50% of men between the ages of 40 and 70 struggle with achieving and maintaining an erection. While common, it’s not discussed as often as it should be, meaning many men don’t understand the cause of their impotence.
At Coastal Carolina Internal Medicine P.A., we provide a range of options for erectile dysfunction treatment in Jacksonville, NC. Through the practice of functional medicine, we uncover the underlying cause of your ED and focus on treatments that address it.
To learn more about the causes and treatment for erectile dysfunction, read this article.
Causes of Erectile Dysfunction
Every man will have arousal issues from time to time, and it’s usually not concerning. However, if the condition persists, we recommend scheduling a men’s health visit, so we can discuss the following possibilities:
- Vascular and Circulatory Dysfunction: A penis relies on proper blood flow to get and maintain an erection. If heart health issues lead to restricted circulation, it sometimes affects the penis first. If this is the case, we will suggest visiting our physician to help you manage your blood pressure and cholesterol.
- Hormonal Imbalance: Low levels of testosterone, the primary male hormone, can impact your libido and ability to maintain an erection. Starting between the ages of 40 and 50, men see a 1% decline in this hormone every year, impacting sexual health and more.
- Psychological Conditions: Depression and anxiety can impact your sex life and contribute to ED. If you’re anxious, sad, or irritable, it’s harder to feel aroused or in the mood, which affects your ability to achieve or maintain an erection.
Treatment Options for Erectile Dysfunction
Whether you’re struggling with vascular, hormonal, or psychological causes, we can address and treat your ED.
Hormone Replacement Therapy
We offer testosterone replacement therapy for hormonal imbalances. This therapy replenishes your hormone levels, which can address erectile dysfunction and improve many other symptoms, including those related to your mood, muscle mass, and beyond.
PDE-5 Inhibitors
PDE-5 inhibitors, short of phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors, help increase blood flow to the penis. These medications boast FDA approval for erectile dysfunction because they relax your blood vessels and smooth muscles in your body.
Put Your Health First
When you come in for an erectile dysfunction treatment in Jacksonville, we look beyond surface-level symptoms to identify the root of your concerns. At Coastal Carolina, we focus on men’s health and provide a variety of services, like an annual prostate exam, to keep you healthy and promote longevity.
To get started, try our treatment planning tool or request a consultation.
