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Urology (Expert Forum)
Erection
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
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Questions in the Urology forum are answered by Dr. Stephen Liroff, affiliated with the Henry Ford Hospital. Topics covered include benign prostate disease, penis curvature, cystisis, kidney stones, pediatric urology, prostate, sexual dysfunction, urinary tract infections (UTI), and urological cancers.
Erection
by Mattry, Mar 12, 2004 12:00AM
I am 33 years old and have never had an erection problem. I had an erection three days ago during intercourse with my fiance. I had no problems and have never had one with her. Last night, I had an erection during foreplay then it went away. I had problems trying to get an erection after that. I tried to get myself arroused through the next day and could not get a complete erection only a partial one. I ejaculated both times while attemption to get a full erection to see what was wrong with me. I was experiencing a very bad head cold and was taking Zicam for treatment at the time. I work a lot too. Could this be a one time thing? I have also strained a testicle over a few weeks ago getting into my truck. Would that be the cause, or would the cold/stress have something to do with it? Should I ride the storm out to see when the cold goes away?
After the evening when my erection went away, I woke with a full hard erection, later that day is when I tried to get myself aroused twice and was unable to obtain a full erection again. Am I over worrying? Help!
After the evening when my erection went away, I woke with a full hard erection, later that day is when I tried to get myself aroused twice and was unable to obtain a full erection again. Am I over worrying? Help!
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, Mar 13, 2004 12:00AM
, Mar 13, 2004 12:00AM
Stress can certainly affect the quality of the erection. Organic causes can include a low testosterone level, or various metabolic diseases including diabetes.
I would suggest an examination by your physician to evaluate pulses to ensure it is not a bloody supply problem. A total testosterone level should be obtained as well as a test for diabetes.
If these tests are negative, discussion of whether Viagra can be considered. If stress is determined to play a role in your symptoms this should be appropriately addressed.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Thanks,
Kevin, M.D.
I would suggest an examination by your physician to evaluate pulses to ensure it is not a bloody supply problem. A total testosterone level should be obtained as well as a test for diabetes.
If these tests are negative, discussion of whether Viagra can be considered. If stress is determined to play a role in your symptoms this should be appropriately addressed.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Thanks,
Kevin, M.D.
