When men suffer from erectile dysfunction, their quality of life is significantly diminished. If you are suffering from ED, you can find a permanent solution with penile implants. Dr. Melman is one of the most highly experienced urologist in the country, and offers the entire spectrum of penile implants.
Erectile dysfunction can be caused by a number of factors, including disease, complications of surgery, or the aging process. 400 million men worldwide are thought to be affected by erectile dysfunction. Only your doctor can competently diagnose the cause of your problems with erection or ejaculation. Whatever the etiology, the solution for you to restore your capability and enjoyment may be a penile implant.
Some common causes of erectile dysfunction include diabetes, atherosclerotic vascular disease, trauma or surgery in the bladder, prostate, colon or rectum, any of which can damage nerves or blood vessels that control your ability to perform sexually. A penile implant can be restore your sexual function.
Spinal cord injuries often involve erectile dysfunction due to nerve damage. A penile implant may be the pathway to enjoyment of a fuller lifestyle. Common medication side effects may disrupt blood flow to the penis. Diseases of the kidney or the liver can cause metabolic or hormonal problems that result in erectile dysfunction. Dr. Melman can help you determine the best course after consultation and consideration of your medical history.
Erectile dysfunction is caused by physical problems 90% of the time. A urologist can help you determine the cause of your erectile dysfunction, but only a prosthetic urologist, such as Dr. Melman, can perform penile implant surgery.
There are different types of penile implants, also known as a penile prosthesis. Some are one piece implants consisting of a pair of cylinders that are surgically implanted into the penis. They are not inflatable, and allow you to easily position your penis for intercourse or in a concealed state. Other implants are devised with pumps that are implanted into the scrotum. Some consist of fluid filled cylinders implanted in the penis, with the pump bulb implanted in the scrotum for easy inflation for erection. There are penile prostheses which allow the penis to expand in length, consisting of a reservoir in the abdomen with a scrotal pump and cylinders in the penis. Fluid that is pumped from the reservoir can be controlled to provide both girth and rigidity, with a natural looking erection and a soft and natural state when deflated and flaccid.