Men With Erectile Dysfunction At Increased Risk For Osteoporosis

This study points out a couple of interesting findings that men and their doctors should take note of -- one is that a man with ED should be considered to be at a greater risk of osteoporosis and two, that men with ED should be examined for osteoporosis by having a bone mineral density test, a simple and noninvasive method to evaluate this. In addition, a man with osteoporosis should be evaluated for ED. Men can avoid osteoporosis by taking the following steps: • Avoid smoking, reduce alcohol intake and increase weight bearing physical activity • Consume at least 1,000 milligrams of calcium daily for men ages 19-70 and 1,200 milligrams a day for men ages 71 and up. Choose good food sources of calcium. • Consume an adequate vitamin D intake of 600 International Units (IU) daily for men ages 19-70 and 800 IU for men 71 and up. Obtain adequate sunlight and choose good food sources of vitamin D. A man should discuss with his doctor if he needs a supplement of vitamin D3 - if so, it generally is recommended to take 1000-2000 IU/day. • Discuss with his doctor of any medications that are known to cause bone loss such as glucocorticoids • If experiencing ED, discuss with his doctor about this condition and its effect on bone health. Dr. Samadi is a board-certified urologic oncologist trained in open and traditional and laparoscopic surgery and is an expert in robotic prostate surgery. He is chairman of urology, chief of robotic surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital and pr...
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