One of the questions that a large number of men usually search for when they begin to observe that they may have a state of weakened sexual capability, or Erectile Dysfunction (ED), is "can ED be cured" or "can the state of ED be restored"

The answer in medicine is that the state of ED does not have a single answer for everyone, because the result of the care depends on several factors, such as the cause of the symptoms, the length of time since the problem began, the health of the blood vessels, the level of the hormones, the nervous system, the muscles of the pelvic floor, and the response of the body to the plan of care

This article gathers the questions met often concerning the state of ED, together with explanations based on medical principles, in order to help in understanding when an assessment should be received, what kind of symptoms may be able to be restored, and why the diagnosis of the cause is an important step before choosing an approach to treatment

What is ED medically

A state of weakened sexual capability (Erectile Dysfunction) is a state in which the male sexual organ cannot become fully erect, or cannot maintain the erection long enough for having sexual relations continuously. This state is not a problem that has a single origin, but may arise from several factors together, both of the blood vessels, the hormones, the nervous system, or the muscles of the pelvic floor

Question 1: Can ED be cured

The answer depends on the cause of the symptoms, the length of time since the problem began, and the overall health of each individual. In cases where a clear cause is found from the beginning stage, such as weakened capability from factors of the blood vessels that are not yet severe, suitable care may help the patient come back to having capability close to normal. In cases where there are joint factors, such as diabetes or high blood pressure that still cannot be controlled, the care may have to proceed alongside the management of the underlying disease. Therefore the word "completely cured", in the sense that guarantees a fixed result, may not be a suitable framework in assessing the state of ED

Question 2: Can ED go away by itself

In some cases where the state of ED arises from temporary factors, such as acute stress, not resting enough, or the side effects of some kinds of medicine, the symptoms may improve when the triggering factor has been managed. However, in cases where the symptoms are continuous for more than 3 months, or arise together with other warning signals, such as the loss of the natural erection in the morning, a clinical assessment is therefore a more suitable approach than waiting to see the symptoms

Question 3: At what age do men begin to have ED

There is no fixed age. Although the risk increases with age, clinically, ED arising in men of young age (such as in the period of 30–40 years) should receive an assessment, because it may be a signal of factors of the blood vessels or of the hormones that should receive care. Regarding it as "a normal matter of age" may make one miss a signal that should be examined

Question 4: Are ED and diabetes connected

Diabetes is one of the important clinical risk factors for a state of ED of the blood vessels. Controlling the level of sugar and assessing the health of the blood vessels continuously is therefore part of the plan of care in cases that have this accompanying disease. Talking with a physician about the coordination between the care of ED and the management of diabetes is a suitable approach

Question 5: If ED medicine is used, must it be used for life

In many cases, medicines in the group of PDE5 Inhibitors are usually used before having sexual relations, and do not always have to be used every day. "Having to use it for life" therefore depends on the cause of the symptoms. If the examination and diagnosis find factors of the blood vessels that can be cared for at the level of the structure, considering a procedure, such as Focused Shockwave Therapy or the injection of Growth Factor, may be a choice in reducing dependence on medicine in the long term

Question 6: Can ED really be "treated at the origin"

The words "treated at the origin" in the context of ED mean the assessment and care of the factors connected with the cause of the symptoms, such as restoring the system of the blood vessels with Shockwave or supporting the repair of the tissue with Growth Factor. In this, the word "origin" does not mean that there is a single procedure that puts right every case, because the causes of ED differ in each individual

Question 7: Where should one begin if one suspects that one has a state of ED

The suitable step is making an appointment for an assessment with a skilled physician, which may include the examination Penile Color Doppler Ultrasonography (PCDU), the examination of the hormones and the state of the metabolism, and the assessment of the muscles of the pelvic floor. The results of these assessments will help the physician design a plan of care that corresponds with the case specific to the individual

In short summary

The question of whether ED can be cured has no single answer that can be used with every case, because the result depends on the cause, the stage of the symptoms, the overall health, and the clinical assessment
A state of ED that is found and begins to be cared for from the beginning stage usually has a tendency to respond to the treatment better
Joint factors, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, or a state of the metabolism, may affect the approach to care and the result in the long term
The choices in caring for a state of ED have several levels, from the use of medicine and structural restoration through to procedures aimed at supporting the restoration of the tissue
The suitable beginning is coming in for an assessment with a skilled physician, in order to identify the cause and lay out a plan of care that suits each individual

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

1. Can ED come back again after the treatment It is possible if the underlying factors, such as a chronic disease or behaviour of health, have not yet received care. Following up and adjusting the way of life is therefore part of the long-term plan

2. Can stress give rise to ED Chronic stress is a factor that may affect the working of the nervous system and the hormones, which are connected with the mechanism of erection. In some cases, managing the stress alongside a medical assessment may help the plan of care be more comprehensive

3. Does ED have an effect on having children ED and a state of difficulty in having children are different matters but may arise together. A comprehensive assessment may include the examination of the quality of the sperm and the assessment of the hormones

4. Does exercise help with ED Caring for the health of the blood vessels through exercise and nutrition is part of the approach to caring for a state of ED connected with factors of the blood vessels. However, adjusting the way of life alone may not be enough in every case

5. Will consulting a physician about ED feel embarrassing A specialised clinic designs the process so that there is privacy and respect for the information of the patient. The assessment is a medical process that proceeds in a standard way