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I have reduced libido and E.D. I cannot take ...


Sent to Health Experts May 10, 2006 12:03 a.m.

I have reduced libido and E.D. I cannot take Testosterone because it elevates my PSA.   Is DHEA an alternative? Any suggestions would be appreciated.

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May 10, 2006 12:47 a.m. (43 minutes and 43 seconds later)
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Sorry-Men with prostate cancer or benign prostate disease are advised to avoid DHEA since it can be converted into testosterone (and estrogen). You didn't specify waht injections you have had, so disregard if I list an intervention you've tried.

Other alternatives include:
   
Intracavernosal injections: medication injected directly into the corpora cavernosa to attain and maintain erections. (medications may include papaverine hydrochloride, phentolamine, and prostaglandin) They can be used alone or in combinations to attain erections. Even though such injections can be effective, they can also be painful and there may be scarring of the penis.

Intraurethral suppositories: Prostaglandin E1 can be inserted in suppository form into the urethra to attain erections. This technique is effective but may be very uncomfortable and cause mild bleeding and vaginal itching for your partner. You must remain standing after inserting the pellet to increase blood flow to the penis. Erection can take 15-30 minutes to attain. Prostaglandin can cause uterine contractions and should not be used if your partner is or may be pregnant.

Vacuum devices: Mechanical vacuum devices cause an erection by creating a vacuum around the penis that draws blood into it. The devices include a plastic cylinder, in which the penis is placed; A pump, which draws air out of the cylinder; and an elastic band, which is placed around the base of the penis, to maintain the erection after the cylinder is removed and during intercourse by preventing blood from flowing back into the body.

All in all I hear better reviews for penile implants, which may be invasive, but seem to be a more tolerable option.

You did not mention Cialis, perhaps that is worth looking into.

I hope this, at least gave you options to consider. I wish you the best.


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