BEST current COVID-19 erectile dysfunction treatments (science based) for men with Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist Michelle acc. This comprehensive practical guide for patients and health professionals includes ED medications after COVID-19, fitness, weight training and Kegel exercise treatments for ED after COVID including severe COVID-19 and Long COVID recovery.
Timestamps CoVid 19 Erectile Dysfunction
0:00 Introduction ED CoVid-19 treatments
0:59 ED Medications Covid-19 treatment
1:04 PDE5 Inhibitors
1:42 Testosterone
2:10 Erectile dysfunction exercises treatment
3:10 Best fitness exercises for ED
3:24 Cardiovascular exercises
3:43 Weight training
4:04 Body combat
4:12 Team sports
5:10 Kegel exercises treatment after CoVid-19
6:42 Summary erectile dysfunction COVID-19 treatments
Causes of Erectile Dysfunction after COVID-19
Theories include:
-Decreased circulation, particularly reduced blood flow to the penis
-Decreased testosterone levels due to potential damage to the testes
-Psychological distress, including stress and anxiety triggered by the pandemic, could contribute to ED (2)
Current treatments being researched for COVID-19-related ED. Given the novelty of the virus, research is ongoing.
Discuss these ED treatments with your healthcare professional, considering potential risks associated with COVID-19.
1. Medications for ED Treatment After Covid-19
Viagra (Sildenafil) may be a potential treatment. It enhances blood flow to the penis, aiding in achieving and maintaining erections. COVID-19’s impact on circulation, including blood flow to the penis, is addressed. Viagra is suggested as a treatment due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, which have been beneficial for COVID-19 patients (1). However, potential cardiovascular problems, inflammation of the heart muscle, and blood clotting issues need to be considered.
Testosterone treatment is a potential treatment but further research is needed to determine its effectiveness for COVID-19-related ED. After COVID-19, men may experience decreased testosterone levels and testicular damage. Testosterone plays a role in endothelial function and can reduce inflammation.
2. Erectile Dysfunction Exercises Treatment After Covid-19
Physical activity and exercise is a promising treatment for COVID-19-related ED (3). Consult a doctor before starting any exercise regimen, especially after recovering from moderate to severe COVID-19. Exercise is a potential long-term solution that improves circulation, potentially addressing the main cause of ED after COVID-19.
Various exercises include cardiovascular fitness exercises like walking, running, and cycling, as well as whole-body weight training and team sports. These exercises promote improved blood flow, which can address ED causes. Exercise is a potentially more lasting alternative to medications.
Kegel exercises may potentially treat ED after COVID-19. Kegels (pelvic floor exercises) target specific pelvic floor muscles, aiding in maintaining stiffness and hardness. There’s no research into Kegels for COVID-19-related ED due to the virus’s recent emergence.
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References
1. Katz, J. et al. (2022) Increased odds ratio for erectile dysfunction in COVID-19 patients. J Endocrinol Invest 45, 859–864
2. Sansone A, et.al. (2021) “Mask up to keep it up”: Preliminary evidence of the association between erectile dysfunction and COVID-19. Andrology. Jul;9(4):1053-1059. doi: 10.1111/andr.13003.
3. Ismail A (2022) Erectile dysfunction: the non-utilized role of exercise rehabilitation for the most embarrassing forgotten post-COVID complication in men, The Aging Male, 25:1, 217-218.
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