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Ask Your Doctor

This list of questions is a good starting point for discussion with your doctor. However, it is not a comprehensive list.

  • What is the cause of my erectile dysfunction?
    • Does it stem from an underlying illness?
    • Could any of my medications be causing it or making it worse?
    • If so, can I safely change my medications or their dosages? Never stop yoru medications without your doctors knowledge. This can be dangerous or even deadly.
    • Could stress or other psychological problems be causing the problem?

  • Do I need to have any tests performed to determine or confirm my diagnosis?
    • What tests?
    • Why these tests?

  • What treatment do you recommend?
    • If medication is recommended: 
      • What are the potential side effects or risks? 
      • Will it interact with any of my current medications?

    • If surgery is recommended: 
      • Am I a good candidate for surgery?
      • What procedures are you considering?
      • What is the downside of this surgery?
      • Are there other options I should try first

  • How much improvement should I expect with your recommended treatment plan? 

  • How long will it take for me to experience improvement?

  • Should I consult a specialist?

 
 
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