Neurogenic Erectile Dysfunction Treatment
Treatment For Erectile DysfunctionAt Dot clinics, we take a tailored approach to help you take control of your sexual health. Appoint yourself today for thorough assessment and effective therapy if you have erectile problems.
What is Neurogenic Erectile Dysfunction?
Neurogenic erectile dysfunction occurs with damage to the nervous system which disrupts the neural pathways necessary to obtain and maintain an erection.
Conditions like spinal cord injuries, multiple sclerosis and peripheral neuropathy contribute to the deterioration of the cavernosal nerve, which stimulates the erectile process and thus leads to sexual dysfunction.
This type of ED can vary in severity depending on the location and extent of nerve damage, and may be accompanied by other neurological symptoms affecting bladder control or muscle function.
Symptoms of Neurogenic ED
Key signs of Neurogenic ED are:
- A continuous inability to get or keep an erection sufficient for sexual behavior.
- A clear fall in sexual interest or drive that could be linked to nerve injury affecting paths for sexual arousal.
- Disrupted nerve signals cause weak, delayed, or sometimes no ejaculation.
- Few or no spontaneous erections during sleep, particularly REM sleep, are among the main indicators of neurological erectile dysfunction.
- Men may have difficulty getting an erection even with physical or mental sexual stimulation, thus implicating the poor nerve communication aspect.
These symptoms require a detailed medical evaluation that can identify the root issue which is vital for the management of erectile dysfunction and to create a proper intervention plan.
Causes of Neurogenic ED
There are numerous factors that may lead to neurogenic ED. Key causes include:
- The spinal cord injuries damage the nerve signals responsible for having an erection.
- Erection related nerves would be damaged by peripheral neuropathy, a condition caused mainly due to diabetes.
- The nerves that participate in sexual activity are affected by Parkinson Disease and Multiple Sclerosis.
- Pelvic Surgeries can accidently harm the nerves that help with erections.
- Diabetic Neuropathy caused by high blood sugar damages nerves and blood vessels and makes erection harder.
Developing focused treatment plans depends on an awareness of these reasons.
Diagnosing Arteriogenic ED
At Dot Clinics, diagnosing neurogenic ED involves a comprehensive approach:
- Medical History & Physical Exam – Review of health and genital/nervous system check.
- Neurological Assessment – Tests reflexes and sensation for nerve damage.
- Blood Tests – Checks hormones, sugar, and cholesterol levels.
- NPT Test – Monitors sleep erections to identify cause.
- Penile Doppler – Evaluates penile blood flow for vascular issues.
Making the right diagnosis is really important for setting up a treatment plan for patients with erectile dysfunction.
Treatment Options for Neurogenic ED
Dot Clinics provide the best possible clinically proven regenerative techniques that go beyond conventional medicines and treat neurogenic erectile dysfunction at its root.
- P-shot (Priapus Shot)
Dot clinics give you PShot treatment, which involves injecting your own blood into the penile tissue to induce natural healing and rejuvenation effects.-
How it Works:
- Blood is taken and spun in a centrifuge to separate Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), abundant in growth factors.
- The PRP is next precisely injected into particular areas of the penis.
- It promotes nerve repair, increased blood flow, new tissue development, and better erectile firmness and sensitivity.
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Why is it Ideal for neurogenic ED?
- Encourages nerve repair and tissue regeneration.
- Boosts natural erectile response without relying on drugs.
- Zero downtime and minimal discomfort.
- Shockwave therapy:
Low intensity Shockwave Therapy is another breakthrough treatment provided by Dot Clinics for erectile dysfunction especially in cases related to nerve or vascular issues.-
How it Works:
- Delivers gentle acoustic waves to penile tissue.
- Promotes angiogenesis (formation of new blood vessels).
- Enhances nerve sensitivity and overall penile health.
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Benefits of Shockwave Therapy
- Non-invasive and pain-free treatment.
- Improves blood circulation and nerve response.
- Long-lasting results after a few sessions.
- No need for medications or invasive procedures.
- HIFEM (High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic) Therapy:
The revolutionary treatment provided by Dot Clinics stimulates the pelvic floor muscles using High intensity Focused Electromagnetic waves, Similar to doing very efficient Kegel exercises, this therapy causes thousands of supramaximal contractions in one session.- It enhances pelvic floor strength and stability
- It supports erectile function and ejaculatory control
- It is completely non-invasive and patients remain fully clothed
- No downtime or distress
- Exosomes Therapy:
In Exosomes therapy, help in neurogenic ED by supporting nerve regeneration and restoring neural signaling involved in the erectile process.
Additional Treatment Options
While the advance treatments are the game changers, we complement them with other interventions to provide a full spectrum of care:
- Oral Medications:
Urologists at Dot Clinics may prescribe sildenafil (Viagra), which enhances blood flow, but it will be ineffective in the presence of considerable nerve damage and might have some side effects. - Intracavernosal Injections:
Supplements may sometimes provide no effect, in that case, penile injections are deployed in which intracavernous injections (such as alprostadil) are directly administered into the penis to induce muscle relaxation and elevate blood supply to the penis to attain an erection. - Vacuum Erection Devices (VEDs):
At Dot clinics, specialists offer vacuum devices or mechanical pumps that is a device that draws blood into the corpora cavernosa by creating a vacuum around the penis to allow an erection. The erection is then preserved by installing a constriction ring at the base of the penis which disables blood from flowing back out during intimacy. - Penile Implants:
For cases where other treatments fail, our surgeons can implant penile prosthesis with either inflatable or malleable rods inside the penis as a permanent solution. These implants allow you to achieve a firm erection on demand, giving a reliable and long-term solution to erectile dysfunction. - Lifestyle Modifications:
Our doctors guide you on quitting smoking, losing weight, and managing conditions like diabetes to improve vascular health and erectile function.
Why Choose Dot Clinics?
- Complete Care: We stand by you at every turn, from medical therapies to life advice and counseling.
- Advanced Diagnostics We precisely identify the cause of erectile dysfunction using cutting-edge technologies.
- Expert Urologists: Our highly qualified professionals have expertise in treating several kinds of erectile dysfunction.
- Personalized Treatment: Each patient's custom plan of care is created according to their specific disease.
FAQ's
Nerves communicate signals from the brain to the penis. Erectile dysfunction results from the inability of the impulses to correctly reach the penis if the cavernosal nerve or other erectile nerves are damaged.
Surgical placements of penile implants aid males to achieve an erection. Typically used when other therapies don’t work. There are inflatable and bendable types.
Yes, especially if it's connected to nerve or spinal issues. Low sexual performance may result from poor pelvic floor muscles or neurologic disorders.
Some neurological devices, including nerve stimulating or implants, are being used to increase erectile function in men with significant neural injuries.
It's time to see a doctor if you often struggle to get or retain an erection. Better results and control of erectile dysfunction depend on early diagnosis.