Erectile Dysfunction Flashcards
1
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Definition
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Erectile dysfunction (ED) is defined as the inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for sexual performance
2
Q
RF
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- coronary arterial disease
- peripheral arterial disease
- hyper/hypothyroidism
- psychosexual/relationship problems
3
Q
Investigations to consider
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- haemoglobin A1c in diabetic men
- TFTs
- lipid profile (cardio RF)
- testosterone (morning)
- follicle-stimulating hormone and luteinising hormone
- thyroid-stimulating hormone
4
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First line treatment
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oral phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors
5
Q
Treatment options
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The five treatment options include pills, injections, suppositories, vacuum devices, and penile implants. Treating hypogonadism with testosterone supplementation may be regarded as a sixth option, though not currently a definitive organic ED treatment.
