Erectile dysfunction is nothing to be embarrassed about. In fact, the symptoms of erectile dysfunction often stem from an underlying medical condition, such as diabetes or heart disease. If you’re in the Greater Los Angeles area and are suffering from ongoing erectile dysfunction, Dr. Kyle K. Himsl in Thousand Oaks, California, can identify the source of your condition and return you to a healthy sex life. Call Dr. Himsl’s office in Thousand Oaks, California to schedule your consultation or request your appointment online.
Erectile dysfunction symptoms most commonly manifest in three ways:
It’s important to keep in mind that nearly all men experience these symptoms from time to time. It’s only when these symptoms persist that you should consider erectile dysfunction a possibility.
A wide variety of conditions can contribute to erectile dysfunction, and rarely is just one factor involved in symptoms. Some common physical factors include:
Psychological conditions, such as depression or stress, can also contribute to erectile dysfunction.
Dr. Himsl treats erectile dysfunction in a few ways, depending on your symptoms and the suspected cause of the condition:
If medication proves ineffective for your erectile dysfunction, Dr. Himsl may recommend physical treatment options. A penis pump is a nonsurgical option that fits over the penis and creates vacuum pressure to pull blood into the penis.
Though not all cases of erectile dysfunction are treatable at home, you can take some measures to reduce your risk:
