How Do I Speak With My Doctor
About My Sexual Health?
No matter how awkward you may feel discussing intimate health topics, remember:
- You have an important reason to visit your doctor: improving your sexual and overall health
- You can tell the doctor's staff that you need a check-up when you call for your appointment (even if you'd like to speak with your doctor about personal issues)— no one else needs to know
- You're not the first guy to discuss a sensitive topic with your doctor. Don't worry; he or she has heard it all before
Once you bring up the topic, your doctor may ask you some questions and then select the best treatment option for you. The good news is that now there are effective and convenient options for men seeking to improve their sexual health.
Take Action to Improve Your Health
To maintain optimal health, it is important to pay attention to the signals your body provides. If you have been experiencing changes in any aspect of your health — including your sexual health — make an appointment with your doctor today. Check here to get a helpful set of free tools to get the conversation started with your doctor.
Physicians Answer Common Questions About ED and Other Medical Conditions
Nine common questions about ED and its relationship to other medical conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes appear below. Click "VIEW PHYSICIAN RESPONSE" after each question to see the physician and hear his answer.
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Q. How does erectile dysfunction occur and what are the causes?
Q. Is there a connection between erectile dysfunction and other health conditions?
Q. How does a condition like high blood pressure affect a man's ability to achieve or maintain an erection?
Q. How may diabetes and high cholesterol affect a man's ability to achieve or maintain an erection?
Q. What conditions typically affect men 40 or older?
Q. What can I do to take care of my overall health at this age?
Q. How can I bring up the topic of my sexual health with my doctor?
Q. What should I ask my doctor during a routine check-up?
Q. How do I speak with my partner about changes in our sex life?
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