Dr. Leia Discusses Erectile Dysfunction Causes and Helpful Natural Supplements
Question for Dr. Leia: Can you suggest any natural treatment for Erectile dysfunction, beyond the chemicals compositions of the so-called magic pills in the market. I'm aged 56 and in good health with high level of sexual urge, but the 'ed' started in continuation to a treatment of 3 years after an accident is believed to be the problem.
Dr. Leia's Answer: ED or Erectile dysfunction causes can come from a variety of issues. This is why it is important that you find out the primary cause.
Since you mentioned an accident, the ED cause may be from the trauma to your body or spinal cord. You also mentioned that you had taken drug treatment for three years. So, I am not clear whether the problem is due to the accident or the ED drug treatments which you have taken. So with this in mind, you might want to ask your doctor to do some further testing to rule out a physical cause for your problem.
Tests for Erectile Dysfunction or ED
Some of these specialized tests which the doctor may order could include:
1. Ultrasonography - this test checks for the adequacy of arterial circulation in your genital organs by using non invasive sound waves which can produce an image to see if your blood flow is impaired.
2. Cavernosometry and cavernosography - these tests measure the penile vascular pressure and checks for abnormal blood flow in and out of the penis.
3. Neurological evaluation - This test will check for and rule out possible nerve damage.
So, depending upon the diagnosis and medical findings of the cause of ED, then you can safely try natural remedies for ED. One suggestion is to visit a Homeopath and allow him to prescribe an individualized homeopathic remedy for your particular body.
The homeopath will ask you many questions about all parts of your body and your health and will find a remedy that is perfect for your condition. Of course, it is important to seek out a homeopath who has a good reputation and has been studying and practicing the art for many years.
If the diagnosis of blood flow to the genitals is compromised and the ED is caused by atherosclerosis, you may want to try some Strauss Heart Drops which will help to unclog the veins and arteries and make the blood flow more freely.
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Don't be put off from the name of this product because it not only helps the heart and blood circulation but also the prostate and all parts of the body. This method may take up to six months to clean out your blood vessels. But this can be a promising erectile dysfunction supplement if atherosclerosis is suspect.
Other Natural Erectile Dysfunction Supplements
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) also called Indian Ginseng is an herb which is thought to increase sexual function, along with energy and stamina. You might want to visit a local herbalist who knows about Aryuvedic principles and medicine and see if he will prepare an herbal combination medicine for you.
Gingko biloba, also called Maidenhair tree, Japanese silver apricot and Kew tree, is a common herb which works to increase blood circulation. It is especially useful for people who have been on antidepressant drug medication. It has properties which will increase the blood flow in the genitals and relax smooth muscle tissue.
If you have been taking diuretic medication, then your zinc levels may be depleted, so you could supplement with the mineral zinc. Be careful to balance it with copper in the right amounts. The best way to take zinc is in a pill which contains both minerals together combined as zinc and copper.
L-Arginine is an amino acid which may prove helpful for ED and atherosclerosis or hardening of the blood vessels. It causes vasodilation or the relaxation of the muscles which surround the blood vessels which supply the blood to the genitals. This action allows the blood vessels of the genitals dilate and blood flow increases which helps to maintain an erection.
Be careful not to take this amino acid if you have had a heart attack because a study showed that it can increase cardiac shock. L-Arginine has been compared to the drug Viagra, because L-Arginine is used by the body to enhance nitric oxide which is responsible for the vasodilation of the muscles. Unlike Viagra, L-Arginine needs to be taken daily for it's effectiveness. 5 mg. per day is the dose which is recommended.
An Acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist could provide a traditional Chinese herbal combination for your particular body and this will help to balance the meridians and energy flow in your body. Chinese herbal formulas have been proven to be extremely effective for ED because they enhance the blood and chi or prana flow throughout the body. This combination of both acupuncture treatments and Chinese herbal formulas are doubly effective. You might want to check this out if you have any nerve damage also, since acupuncture is especially effective for nerve problems.
I have given you a wide array of natural remedies which could help your ED. Please do not use all of these products at the same time. Pick only one method and see if it will work for you. Best wishes.
Dr. Leia Melead
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