Painkillers Increase Risk of Erectile Dysfunction
Regularly taking prescription painkillers, commonly called opioids, is linked to a greater risk of erectile dysfunction (ED) in men, according to a new study published in Spine. Over 11,000 men suffering from back pain were involved in the research. The health records of the participants were analyzed to determine whether males taking prescription opioids were more likely to also receive prescriptions for testosterone replacement or ED medications... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - May 15, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Erectile Dysfunction / Premature Ejaculation Source Type: news
The Majority Of Men With Erectile Dysfunction Remain Untreated
Despite the high erectile dysfunction (ED) prevalence most patients receive no treatment, according to a new US study, presented at the 28th Annual EAU Congress. Undertreatment of ED continues to be common, even though the treatments have a proven efficacy and quality of life impact. "Until now, research conducted on the treatment of erectile dysfunction has been derived from surveys involving small populations," wrote the authors. "However, a comprehensive and larger patient-based study using claims data that characterises men undergoing treatment for ED remains to be performed... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - March 21, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Erectile Dysfunction / Premature Ejaculation Source Type: news
Novel Therapeutic Strategy For Erectile Dysfunction
Transplantation of mesenchymal stem cells cultivated on the surface of nanofibrous meshes could be a novel therapeutic strategy against post-prostatectomy erectile dysfunction (ED), conclude the authors of a study which is to be presented at the 28th Annual EAU Congress later this week. The study was conducted by a group of Korean scientists and will be awarded 3rd prize for best abstract in non-oncology research on the opening day of the congress... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - March 18, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Erectile Dysfunction / Premature Ejaculation Source Type: news
Premature Ejaculation Therapy Not Supported by Evidence
08/09/2011, The Cochrane Library, A new review finds little reliable research to support treating premature ejaculation by teaching men how to control their bodies with their minds. (Source: Health Behavior News Service)
Source: Health Behavior News Service - February 6, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Cialis Assists Men With Problems Ejaculating And Achieving An Orgasm, Regardless Of Severity Of Their ED
New data suggests the erectile dysfunction (ED) drug Cialis may also be beneficial in helping men who have problems with ejaculation and orgasm, report researchers from NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center in the February issue of the British Journal of Urology International. Cialis is currently approved for the treatment of ED, benign prostate hypertrophy (BPH) and for treatment of men with both conditions... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - February 1, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Erectile Dysfunction / Premature Ejaculation Source Type: news
Warning For Men: Erection Problems May Signal 'Silent' Heart Disease And Early Death
Men with erection problems now have an extra reason to see their doctor: even relatively minor erectile difficulties could signal 'silent' heart disease and may indicate an increased risk of dying early from any cause, a major new study shows. An Australian study - the world's largest to investigate the link between erectile dysfunction and heart disease - has found that men with erectile dysfunction have a higher risk of hospital admission for heart disease, even if they have no history of heart problems. They are also at greater risk of premature death from any cause... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - January 31, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Erectile Dysfunction / Premature Ejaculation Source Type: news
Erectile Dysfunction Linked To Heart Disease
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is linked to heart disease and early death in men both with and without a history of cardiovascular disease (CVD). The finding came from a new study conducted by researchers from the Australian National University, led by Emily Banks, and was published in PLOS Medicine. Prior research has demonstrated that erectile dysfunction is associated with heart disease risk. In fact, a study from August of last year demonstrated that erectile dysfunction is a risk factor in men aged 55 or younger for eventual heart disease... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - January 30, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Erectile Dysfunction / Premature Ejaculation Source Type: news
Claims ginseng is 'new Viagra' just don’t stand up
Conclusion
This randomised control trial comparing 59 men taking ginseng extract pills to 59 men taking placebo pills for eight weeks found that ginseng did not improve sexual dysfunction more than placebo across a range of areas (erectile function, intercourse satisfaction, orgasmic function, sexual desire and overall sexual satisfaction). Those taking ginseng showed a small but significant improvement in erectile dysfunction score compared to those on a placebo dummy pill.
The research authors’ conclusions put an overly positive spin on the results of this well designed study. They concluded that “oral administration...
Source: NHS News Feed - January 9, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Medication Source Type: news
