Sexual Dysfunction - Treatment Options

A range of treatments is available for impotence. When selecting a treatment, it's important for you and your partner to consider all of your options. Remember that any therapy will be more successful if both you and your mate are involved in the process.

Impotence treatments include:

• Oral medications including the pills such as Viagra®,Cialis®, Levitra® and yohimbine 
  
• Mechanical methods, such as vacuum pumps and constriction rings
  
• Local therapies, such as suppositories and injections
  
• Surgical methods like the penile implant

If you or your partner is experiencing sexual difficulties, you may find it helpful to meet with a mental health professional, such as a psychiatrist, psychologist, social worker, marriage counselor or sex therapist. These professionals can help you learn how to reduce stress and change behaviors and attitudes, particularly when impotence is caused by stress or other mental health issues.

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