Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction is a common sexual health problem affecting up to half of men aged 40 and older. At Adonis Men’s Sexual Health Center in West Los Angeles and Redondo Beach, California, men’s sexual health physician Faisal Ahmed, MD, provides various erectile dysfunction treatments, including ViaSure™ low-intensity shockwave therapy and prescription oral medication. Call the nearest office to schedule erectile dysfunction treatment, or book your appointment online today. 

Who should see a doctor about erectile dysfunction?

Male arousal is a complex process that involves the brain, nerves, and blood vessels. As a result, a problem with any of these systems can make it difficult to get or keep an erection. 

All men experience erectile dysfunction occasionally, usually due to exhaustion or anxiety. But if your symptoms occur regularly and affect your sex life, identifying the cause is crucial. There are a variety of effective treatments that can address the problem and keep it from worsening.

Are there different types of erectile dysfunction?

Adonis Men’s Sexual Health Center treats several types of erectile dysfunction, including:

Vascular ED

This type of ED occurs when the vein valves in your penis don’t hold blood correctly. It’s often due to circulatory problems, like high blood pressure (hypertension) and high cholesterol.

Psychogenic ED

Psychogenic ED is caused by mental health conditions like anxiety and depression. 

Hormonal ED

This type of ED is caused by hormonal imbalances, like low testosterone. Sometimes, it’s caused by problems with the thyroid gland.

Neurogenic ED

Neurogenic ED occurs due to nerve problems. For example, certain medical conditions, like diabetic neuropathy and multiple sclerosis, can prevent nerve signals from traveling from your brain to your penis. 

How is erectile dysfunction diagnosed?

Your Adonis Men’s Sexual Health Center provider asks about your symptoms, including when you first noticed them and how often they occur. Answer these inquiries honestly. It might seem embarrassing, but your responses provide key insights used to guide treatment.

Your provider completes a physical exam and orders several tests, including blood work, urinalysis, and a penile Doppler ultrasound. These measures help identify the underlying cause and type of erectile dysfunction you have.

How is erectile dysfunction treated?

Adonis Men’s Sexual Health Center offers several treatments for erectile dysfunction, including:

ViaSure low-intensity shockwave therapy

ViaSure is a noninvasive procedure that uses low-intensity shockwave therapy to treat vascular problems at the cellular level. More specifically, it breaks up plaques inside the blood vessels in your penis, improving circulation to the area. This results in firmer, longer-lasting erections.

Oral Medications

Oral Oral medications, like Viagra® and Cialis®, work similarly to ViaSure. They increase blood flow to your penis, increasing the firmness and duration of your erections. 

Call the nearest Adonis Men’s Sexual Health Center office to schedule an erectile dysfunction appointment, or book your visit online today.