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Research on premature ejaculation

2008-07-17T00:55:00.000-07:00

Research on premature ejaculation
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/8254.php
It is one of man's most common, underestimated sexual problems: Ejaculating earlier than desired. More common than erectile dysfunction, this condition can affect men at any point in their lives, and one in four men experience poor control over ejaculation on a frequent basis.
According to published research, 20-30 percent of men worldwide are commonly affected by premature ejaculation (PE), yet this medical condition remains a taboo subject in virtually every culture. Two presentations at this week's 99th Annual Meeting of the American Urological Association (AUA) are helping to increase understanding and discussion of this common male sexual condition.
"Premature ejaculation is a frequent and distinct medical condition that can severely impact quality of life, affecting the physical and emotional well-being of patients and their partners," says James H. Barada, M.D., urologist at the Center for Male Sexual Health, Albany, NY, and board member of the Sexual Medicine Society of North America (SMSNA). "But most men are reluctant to talk about it with their partners or physicians."
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Erectile Dysfunction And Diabetes

2008-06-18T10:20:00.000-07:00

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/108498.php
"Men with diabetes who are having trouble keeping an erection could be at increased risk of serious heart problems", BBC News reported. It said that a study has found that those with erectile dysfunction are twice as likely as other men with diabetes to develop heart disease. This finding could apparently be used to "alert both patients and healthcare providers to the future risk of coronary heart disease".
This study followed 2,306 diabetic men for four years and found that the men with erectile dysfunction were 1.58 times more likely to have a cardiac event (fatal or non-fatal heart attack or surgery for heart disease). It has some potential weaknesses, for example it might not have used the most accurate method for classifying erectile dysfunction, some of the participants may already have had heart disease before the study began, and other drugs they were taking could have had an effect.
Despite its shortcomings however, this research corroborates what other studies have suggested. It suggests that an assessment of erectile dysfunction could be useful when assessing the risk of heart disease in men with diabetes.

Posted By Dr.Savitha Suri
Ayurveda helath care for men

Do Cigarette Smokers With Erectile Dysfunction Benefit From Stopping? A Prospective Study

2008-04-05T04:00:00.000-07:00

Do Cigarette Smokers With Erectile Dysfunction Benefit From Stopping? A Prospective Study
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/55831.php
UroToday.com - Cigarette smoking has been identified as a strong risk factor for erectile dysfunction (ED.)
The authors of this study have attempted to identify whether smoking cessation reverses ED in men who previously smoked cigarettes.
They studied men with ED who entered a nicotine replacement program for smoking termination. The men studied had no risk factors for ED other than smoking. Degree of ED was categorized by the erectile function domain
(EFD) score of the International Index of Erectile Function. Patients completed the IIEF on entry into the nicotine replacement program and one year later after cessation of smoking or after one year of continued
smoking. There were 118 men who stopped smoking after the nicotine replacement program and 163 men who continued to smoke.
After one year off cigarettes, ED status improved in 25% of the ex-smokers and none of the men who continued to smoke. ED status worsened in 3.4% of the ex-smokers and 6.7% of those who continued to smoke. The authors conclude that smoking cessation can result in reversal of ED "in a considerable percent of smokers."
Posted By.Dr.Krishna.R.S ayurveda health care for men

Viagra is no aphrodisiac'

2007-12-13T22:17:00.000-08:00

Viagra is no aphrodisiac'

http://www.indianexpress.com/res/web/pIe/ie/daily/19980717/19850474.html

In the age of Viagra, nearly 350 men, all in the 50-plus age bracket, and a handful of women openly discussed impotence at a lecture on `What is new in the Management of Male Impotence?' at the S P Jain Auditorium, Bombay Hospital, organised by the Indo-American Society.

While Dr Bhalchandra Parulkar, Consultant Urologist and Andrologist at the University of Massachusetts Hospital, USA, quoted various examples of the Americans' need for lifelong virility, the questions that followed showed things were barely different this side of the world. Parulkar explained thatthere are a whole list of drugs which should not be used along with Viagra. ``Viagra will not work if the blood vessels and nerves surrounding the prostate gland have been surgically removed. If the vessels are intact, it might,'' he said, adding that if a man was capable of walking up two storeys without getting breathless, he could safely use Viagra, even after coronary bypass.

Parulkar also laid to rest doubts on Vanprasthashram and Hindu culture, quoting the example of a newly married 80-year-old Viagra user. "If every impotent man in the US uses Viagra six to eight times a month, the country will go bankrupt. But if a 60 year-old Indian man wants to use Viagra and pay for it himself, there is no reason why we should stop him!'' Explaining the 21 related Viagra-deaths in the US, Parulkar said: "Those who take this drug must undergo a detailed examination to exclude coronary artery disease. When a patient is hospitalised after a heart attack, a nitrite patch is placed on his chest. Nitrite and Viagramake a lethal combination".
Viagra apart, there was a keen interest evinced on alternative methods to cure impotence. Parulkar spoke of two drugs: Pentalomine and Apomorphine, which are yet to be launched. There is also a range of other products like injection therapy, a supository which has to be inserted in the urethra, a vacuum pump which induces erection using negative pressure, micro-surgery and implants. In the present scenario, where Viagra is being sold in Mumbai without a licence, prescription or medical check up, there is an obvious need to highlight the difference between a drug for impotence and an aphrodisiac. Parulkar stressed that Viagra will not increase libido. The best aphrodisiac, he pointed out, is an understanding partner.

Posted By Dr.Krishna.R.S Ayurveda helath care For men

Gaining health from garlic

2006-03-18T10:06:00.000-08:00

Acharya Sushruta has appreciated the uses of this herb in skin disorders, low libido and erectile dysfunction.. It also improves memory, modulates voice, enhances complexion, improves eye sight, strengthens bones and joints, improves digestion and regularizes bowel movement. It is very useful in cardiac diseases too.
Gaining health from garlic

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Low libido or Low sex drive in Men

2006-02-19T20:11:00.000-08:00

Low libido or Low sex drive in Men

Low libido or lack of sex drive is the most common sexual dysfunction. This sexual dysfunction can drain intimacy from the relationship. Lack of libido or low libido is most common in women but quite rare in men. Ayurveda clearly describes causes for low libido and also suggests Vajikarana therapy for low libido.

Read more >Low libido or Low sex drive in Men
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Ashwagandha- the Indian ginseng

2006-01-30T01:20:00.000-08:00

Ashwagandha- the Indian ginseng
This magic herb increases shukra dhatu, sperm count and sperm motility. It increases libido and known as best Vajikara dravya (aphrodisiac) .Ashwagandha is used as an adaptogen (as it enhances endurance), rejuvenating tonic and sedative. Hence many herbalists refer this herb as Indian ginseng.
Read about Ashwagandha
Posted by Dr.Krishna.R.S

Therapeutic Uses of Honey in Ayurveda

2006-01-22T16:33:00.000-08:00

Therapeutic Uses of Honey in Ayurveda
Honey is very good for eyes and eye sight.It quenches thirst.Dissolves kapha.Reduces effects of poison.Stops hiccups.It is very useful in urinary tract disorders, worm infestations, bronchial asthma, cough, diarrhea and nausea -vomiting.Cleanse the wounds.It heals wounds.Helps in quick healing of deep wounds.Initiates growth of healthy granulation tissue.Honey which is newly collected from bee hive increases body weight and is a mild laxative. Honey which is stored and is old helps in metabolism of fat and scrapes Kapha.

Posted by Dr.Krishna.R.S

Turmeric - Go for Gold

2006-01-15T23:01:00.000-08:00

“Let your food be your medicine.”

It is very rightly said by Hippocrates and Ayurveda has followed it very well in all the ways. Let’s know bit more about the very well known spice in Ayurveda yet not completely understood by common man. Over the last several years, there has been increasing interest in turmeric and its medicinal properties. But in Ayurveda it is one of the very important medicinal herbs since ages. Know more about Turmeric in article Turmeric - Go for Gold

Posted By.Dr.Krishna.R.S

Stay young with rasayana therapy

2006-01-11T19:44:00.000-08:00

Inducting Rasayana Therapy in Our Daily Routine
The Rasayana therapy enhances the qualities of rasa, enriches it with nutrients. With such enriched excellent Rasa, one attains longevity, memory, intelligence, freedom from disorder, youthfulness, excellence of luster, complexion & voice, optimum development of physique and sense organs, mastery over phonetics, respectability and brilliance.

Rasayana therapy enhances sexual energy and libido in both men and women

Posted by. Dr.Krishna.R.S

Low Sperm Counts Blamed on Pesticides in U.S. Water

2005-09-20T08:28:00.000-07:00

Low Sperm Counts Blamed on Pesticides in U.S. Water

Comparing the reproductive health of men in different areas of the United States, epidemiologist Shanna Swan came up with some baffling results: The sperm count in men from rural Missouri was far lower than in men from cities like New York, Los Angeles, and Minneapolis.

Ramesh Vangal raises an Ayurvedic toast

2005-08-24T00:50:00.000-07:00

Ramesh Vangal — the former head of Seagrams and Pepsi in India — is extending his entrepreneurial streak with a new foray into alternative medicine and ayurveda. The Bangalore-based Katra group, founded by Vangal, has acquired majority interest in the Aluva-based Kerala Ayurveda Pharmacy (KAPL), sources close to the development told TOI.

Posted by Dr.Krishna. R.S on 24 August 2005

Problems In The Bedroom Can Indicate Heart Problems

2005-08-16T00:43:00.000-07:00

Problems In The Bedroom Can Indicate Heart Problems
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is often the first and earliest sign of a more significant cardiovascular condition, according to a study in The Journal of Sexual Medicine. The study presents results from the Minority Health Institute (MHI) Expert Advisory Panel.

Posted by Dr.Krishna.R.S 16 the August 2005