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SMSNA Issues Position Statement on Restorative ED Treatments

Scientists are always searching for new ways to treat medical conditions, and many focus on erectile dysfunction (ED)While preliminary studies have had some encouraging results, it's still important for patients to know when certain protocols are considered experimental and not approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). 

Last week, the Sexual Medicine Society of North America (SMSNA) -- the organization that sponsors SexHealthMatters -- released a position statement that addresses three restorative therapies under investigation now: shock wave, stem cell, and platelet rich plasma therapies.

Learn more about the SMSNA's statement here. 

Foods, Drinks Can Reduce Effectiveness of ED Drugs

Men who take medications for erectile dysfunction (ED) might want to skip that cheeseburger if they're planning on having sex later on. 

Some foods and beverages make it harder for ED drugs to do their job. Consequently, men may need to wait longer to get an erection. Or, their erection might be weak. 

In our latest blog post, we discuss which foods and beverages men might want to avoid if they're taking ED meds. We also talk about how timing medication around meals might lead to better results.

Get all the details here! 

In the News

Boys With Cancer May Develop Sexual Problems as Adults

About a third of male childhood cancer survivors develop at least one sexual problem in adulthood, according to new research. 

Erectile dysfunction (ED) and premature ejaculation are most common, and infertility is possible. 

Find out more. 

Marijuana, Alcohol and Ecstasy: Do They Impair Sexual Function?

Researchers surveyed 679 young adults to find out how three substances - marijuana, alcohol, and ecstasy - affected sexual behavior.

What did they discover? Click here to read more. 

Childhood Sexual Abuse Affects Women's Sex Lives

Women who were sexually abused as children are more likely to have sexual problems as adults, compared to women without abuse histories, scientists say. Why might this be so? 

 

 

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