Erectile Dysfunction (also called Impotence or Problem having an erection) is the inability to develop or maintain erection of the penis during sexual activity. It can have psychological consequences.
Vacuum devices for Erectile Dysfunction Many treatments have been proposed to cure Erectile Dysfunction with varying success rates. As early as 1874, John King, an American physician described the vacuum device. However, it was not until 1982, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration granted permission for it’s use. The major advantage of Vacuum device is…
Sexual Dysfunction in Men – What is the partners role? When someone walks into the office complaining of Erectile Dysfunction or Premature Ejaculation, how often do we actually evaluate the partners role in it? The partners role is often overshadowed by looking at the individuals problems. In clinical practice, it is common to see that…
How are Sexual Problems Triggered – The Role of Stress Sexual functioning which is sexuality, desire and satisfaction is often a cultural and multidimensional thing. No one universal rule or law applies. I often find however there is a single common denominator which plays a great role in affecting sexual functioning. Stress. As we know,…
Weak Masturbatory Erections Do they tell us anything? One out of four patients presenting to Metromale clinic have fear of masturbation. In fact, some people have stopped masturbating after reading posts on the so called harmful effects of masturbation. However, some men complain of their erections being weaker during masturbation. These are often unmarried men…
Rigiscan – What is it? Nocturnal Penile Tumescence and Rigidity testing (NPTR) I got a call yesterday from a gentleman in his early thirties. Do you do RIGISCAN doctor? ‘He asked’. I said “but what is your problem”? I have features suggestive of Erectile Dysfunction (ED) and I have been asked to get a Rigiscan…