Erectile Dysfunction: Deal With It!
So you've been diagnosed with erectile dysfunction, what happens now? Do you just accept it or do you look for ways to treat it? Here are three ways to help you deal with this problem.
ED medications
Your first choice can either be Viagra, Cialis, or Levitra – erectile dysfunction (ED) drugs which work by improving blood flow in the penile area. Sildenafil (generic Viagra) and vardenafil (Levitra) work best on an empty stomach, while tadalafil (generic Cialis) can be taken with or without food. When it comes to duration of action Cialis has got Viagra and Levitra bit with its effects lasting up to 36 hours compared with Viagra's and Levitra's 4 to 12 hours.
Just a word of caution though, if you're taking nitrate medications such as Nitro-Bid, Nitroderm, Nitrogard, and so on, you cannot take Viagra, Cialis, or Levitra.
ED and Performance Anxiety
Failure to get erections may give way to depression or anxiety. The best way to solve this is to see a therapist who can guide you through your problem. Consulting a doctor is also a good idea since he or she can increase your chances of finding a treatment that's suited for your needs. Just remember that you're not suffering from this condition alone. There are many men who are affected by erectile dysfunction, and you're certainly not the first man to seek help for this.
ED and You
After getting your medications be it generic Viagra or Cialis or Levitra or what have you, you may want to couple this regimen with psychological counseling. However, if you decide to treat your ED with medications alone, just make sure that you buy from a reputable establishment – your local drugstore or an online pharmacy.
