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    Hormonal Therapy for Erection Problems

    Hormonal Therapy for Erection Problems



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    Testosterone may improve libido and has been shown to increase how often a man has sexual intercourse. But testosterone doesn't have a clear effect on erection problems. In some men, combining testosterone with sildenafil (for example, Viagra) increased the number of successful intercourse attempts and improved satisfaction with sexual intercourse.Reference 1

    There is some evidence that cabergoline can increase the number of erections a man has. It may also help make your erection more firm.Reference 1

    Bromocriptine may help restore sexual interest and potency when erection problems are caused by high prolactin levels.Reference 2




    By: Reference Healthwise Staff Last Revised: October 17, 2012
    Medical Review: Reference E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
    Reference E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
    Reference Christopher G. Wood, MD, FACS - Urology, Oncology
    Reference Christopher G. Wood, MD, FACS - Urology, Oncology


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