Men with ED may have many options besides pills

While there are many treatment options for men who experience difficulty in the bedroom, some experts say that the simplest approaches are often the most effective.

Temple University urologist Jack Mydlo said that many men with erectile dysfunction prefer the quick and easy fix of taking a pill. However, this generally only treats a symptom of larger underlying problems. He said that psychology plays an important role.

“The last thing I want them to do is take a pill and jump in bed because a certain part of the mechanism for erections is psychological,” he said. “They have to be in the right mood, with the right person and take care of themselves.”

In addition to the psychological component of erectile dysfunction, Mydlo said that nutrition is vital. High cholesterol is one of the leading causes of sexual performance problems, and lowering it may significantly improve male sexual function.

Devices, such as constant resistant rings, may also help men get and sustain an erection.