The Down Side of Viagra

Since Viagra and other PDE5 inhibitors became available in the 90’s they have helped millions of men with erectile dysfunction. It has been, without a doubt, a fantastic medication that restores sexual function in those suffering from ED but it is not without its down sides. 
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PDE5 inhibitors have a host of side effects including: headaches, stomach pain, painful erections, facial flushing, congestion, nausea, diarrhea, color blindness, blurred vision, low blood pressure, dizziness, chest pain, indigestion, back pain and others. Most of these side effects are not serious but for many men they are significant enough that PDE5 inhibitors just aren’t an option. However, many ED sufferers will just put up with it as an unpleasant but necessary evil that has become a part of their intimate time with the woman they love. Fortunately, there is technology that provides a better way!

Another problem with PDE5 inhibitors is that they aren’t an option if you have certain health conditions. Men who take nitrates cannot take PDE5 inhibitors because it can cause dangerously low blood pressure and could lead to death.  

We are now starting to see some negative health consequences associated with the use of these drugs. The most recent of which is an increased risk of malignant melanoma which is a serious and potentially fatal form of skin cancer. The increased risk appears to be small but can be significant especially in those who already have an elevated risk. 

Another potential problem with this class of drugs is the cost. A months supply of Viagra can set you back hundreds of dollars each month. This is a price many are willing to pay to alleviate their ED but unfortunately puts the drug out of reach for many others. 

Fortunately it is no longer required to take a pill to enjoy normal erectile function! There is now a very exciting option for ED sufferers in the Provo Orem Utah area! Pressure Wave Therapy (also known as shockwave therapy, ESWT, EPAT or acoustic wave) is a technology that uses acoustic waves to improve the function of blood vessels and nerves in the penis. It has even been shown to stimulate the growth of new blood vessels which means improved erection quality and natural function. This is the only treatment option that can reverse erectile dysfunction! This is something that Viagra and other PDE5 inhibitors will never be able to accomplish no matter how long you take them. 

Another benefit of pressure wave therapy is that those with severe ED who don’t respond to medication for ED will often be able to use these medications after treatment and with continued pressure wave treatment, may be restored to complete, natural erectile function! 

So if you suffer from ED and live in Utah, please consider coming in to our convenient Orem location for a free consultation to see if pressure wave is right for you!