Published Aug 18, 2024

Why Every Man Should Take Sildenafil & Tadalafil (even with good erections)

Dr. John Mulhall joins Dr. Rena Malik to explore the benefits and psychological implications of using Sildenafil and Tadalafil for all men, irrespective of erectile function. The discussion delves into injection therapies, the nuances of post-prostate cancer erectile health, and challenges in proper management of PDE5 inhibitors.
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  • Effectiveness

    Dr. explains the history and effectiveness of injection therapy for erectile dysfunction. He notes that while the success rate is high, with 92% of men achieving satisfactory erections post-prostatectomy, the dropout rate is significant due to the lack of spontaneity in the process 1. Mulhall highlights the origins of injection therapy, tracing it back to accidental discoveries in the 1980s, and describes the procedure as involving vasodilator drugs injected directly into the penis 2.

    Injection therapy is a fantastic strategy for temporary confidence restoration and showing men that their machinery is functional again.

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    However, he acknowledges the challenge of integrating this method into regular lovemaking, especially for younger men who are dating again 1.

       

    Common Mistakes

    and discuss common mistakes men make when using injection therapies. Mulhall points out that errors often occur despite thorough training, such as incorrect injection angles and depths, or patients adjusting their doses without medical advice 3. He emphasizes the importance of following prescribed techniques to avoid complications like priapism.

    If we look at our patients who don't do what they're told to do, they have a tenfold increase in their plantation rate.

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    Additionally, they address the challenges of medication refrigeration, suggesting practical solutions for maintaining drug potency during travel 3.

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