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Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction is very common and very treatable, but treatment is not one-size-fits-all. Learn how we can help improve your sex life.

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Reno’s Top Erectile Dysfunction Doctors

Learn about options for effective ED treatment in Reno. Urology Nevada physicians are specialists trained in the care of the entire urologic system, which includes sexual function. If you’re looking for the best erectile dysfunction doctors in Reno, you’ll find them at Urology Nevada.

What is Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability to get or maintain an erection long enough to have sexual intercourse. There are many different causes, which may include conditions that affect your blood vessels, neurological conditions, mental health conditions and injuries.

While it’s not rare for a man to have some problems with erections from time to time, ED that is progressive or happens routinely with sex is not normal, and it should be treated.

Your Urology Nevada physician will work with you to determine the cause of your erectile dysfunction. To begin determining a treatment plan, your physician will conduct a thorough physical and mental health exam, including questions about your medical and sexual history. Your doctor may order blood work or other tests, as well.

Erectile dysfunction is the most common sex problem
that men report to their doctor, affecting more than
50% of men between the ages of 40 and 70.

Symptoms of Erectile Dysfunction

Being able to get an erection sometimes, but not every time you want to have sex

Being able to get an erection, but not having it last long enough for sex

Being unable to get an erection at any time

What causes Erectile Dysfunction

The causes of erectile dysfunction vary greatly. A leading erectile dysfunction clinic in Reno, like Urology Nevada, can get to the bottom of your causes. Although you are more likely to develop ED as you age, aging does not cause ED, and ED can be treated at any age. A man’s sexual function is impacted by his vascular system (blood vessels and circulation), nervous system and endocrine system (hormones).

Conditions & disease that can contribute to ED:

  • Type 2 diabetes
  • Heart disease
  • Atherosclerosis
  • High blood pressure
  • Chronic kidney disease
  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Peyronie’s disease
  • Injury from treatments for prostate cancer, including radiation therapy and prostate surgery
  • Injury to the penis, spinal cord, prostate, bladder or pelvis
  • Surgery for bladder cancer

Medications that can contribute to ED:

  • Blood pressure medicine
  • Antiandrogens—medicine used for prostate cancer therapy
  • Antidepressants
  • Tranquilizers or prescription sedatives
  • Appetite suppressants
  • Ulcer medicines

Psychological issues that can contribute to ED:

  • Fear of sexual failure
  • Anxiety
  • Depression and low self-esteem
  • Guilt about sex
  • Stress—sexual or generalized

Lifestyle factors that can contribute to ED:

  • Smoking
  • Excessive alcohol consumption
  • Using illegal drugs
  • Being overweight
  • Not being physically active

Treating Erectile Dysfunction

Effective ED treatment in Reno is available at Urology Nevada. Your physician will develop a customized treatment plan for you that could include any combination of the following:

  • Oral drugs or pills known as phosphodiesterase type-5 inhibitors are most often prescribed in the U.S. for ED (Viagra, Cialis, Levitra, Stendra)
  • Testosterone therapy (when low testosterone is detected in blood testing)
  • Penile injections (ICI, Intracavernosal Alprostadil)
  • Intraurethral medication (IU, Alprostadil)
  • Vacuum erection devices
  • Penile implants
  • Surgery to bypass penile artery damage for some younger men with a history of severe pelvic trauma

Learn more about ED

Dr. Eddie Jumper shares his experience with erectile dysfunction

Dr. Ross Anderson & Roxann Richardson, PA discuss erectile dysfunction 

Dr. Anderson: Erectile Dysfunction 101

Dr. Ross Anderson erectile dysfunction patient information overview

See us today for a better sex life tomorrow

If you’re looking for erectile dysfunction doctors in Reno, look to Urology Nevada.
Appointments are typically available within ten days.

Please contact us at (775) 322-7811