Impotence as a result of radical prostatectomy is quite common. Studies have shown that approximately 60 percent of men still see signs of sexual dysfunction as late as 24 months after treatment.
So what do you do?
Numerous studies have sought to find the best treatments for men suffering from erectile dysfunction as a result of prostate problems. Many doctors look toward non-invasive treatments such as intercavernous pharmacotherapy, vacuum suction devices, sex therapy, or pills like Viagra®, Levitra® and Cialis®. There are, however, pros and cons to each type of treatment so talk to your doctor about the best treatment option for you.
Pills like Viagra®, Cialis®, and Levitra® are widely recognized and typically show results in an average of about 30-40 minutes. However, these pills treat the symptoms of ED rather than the problem itself, so they offer little in the way of long-term results or improvements in sexual function. For this reason, many men turn to intercavernous pharmacotherapy, or ICP, for fast results that can also potentially improve sexual function over time.
ICP treatments, like those provided by Boston Medical Group, are FDA-approve vasodilators delivered via automatic applicator, into the soft tissue of the penis. This proprietary formula offers instant results and has served well for hundreds of thousands of men around the World. When used as part of The Boston Method®, these treatments can be customized for each man so they will see the best possible results. Moreover, ICP is a localized treatment, so it will not interfere with any other medications you might already be taking.
While erectile dysfunction treatments such as vacuum suction devices offer speedy results, long-term dependence on the device can often prove more harmful than helpful. For this reason, doctors often suggest that men use it along with another treatment option, like ICP.
Sex therapy, a more recently popular method of treatment, is conducted by either a psychologist, a marriage and family therapist or a psychiatrist. These professionals are usually specialists and focus on a “talk therapy” approach rather than on medications or devices to help the situation. For some, this is helpful, for others- the results are not fast enough.
Because some treatments may work better for your situation than others, talk to your physician about the benefits and risks of any and all treatments you are considering.
