Can you please tell me how common is premature ejaculation? I am only 22 and have this darn problem

The majority of men experience premature ejaculation at least once in their lives. Frequently, adolescent teenagers and young men experience "premature" ejaculation during their initial sexual encounters. The vast majority learn how to control the problem and a few use a variety of home based therapies. Premature ejaculation is the most common male sexual disorder. In the United States, premature ejaculation affects nearly 20% of males between the ages of 18-60.

Is there an age limit on who can use Viagra?

Definitely not. Elderly people can also buy Viagra. Most people seem to think that Viagra is only meant for young members of society. This is utterly false. In fact, erectile failure is much more common in seniors than in younger individuals. Elderly people tend to have numerous medical disorders like diabetes, hypertension, and atherosclerosis that also affect the ability to have an erection. Many doctors often tell elderly patients to buy Viagra to treat their erectile failure. However, before elderly individuals buy Viagra, it is important to speak to make sure that your doctor has said it is ok. For seniors, the 25 mg dose usually works quite well.

Can testosterone help people who have erectile failure?

The sex hormone, testosterone, is sometimes used in some men who are known to have low testosterone or deficiency of this hormone at birth. Testosterone does work in these people, but it has many side effects and there is a small chance of developing liver cancer. When testosterone is used in healthy males to boost erection, it often does not work. There are countless cases of bodybuilders who have used testosterone and now have inability to have an erection and also have small size kahounas. Thus, testosterone is not recommended for healthy males. In addition, the hormone is hard to come by and whatever is available on cyberspace is either fake or contaminated with a bunch of bad chemicals.

Is alprostadil useful for erectile dysfunction?

Other options for men who have erectile failure include use of alprostadil. Before Viagra was available, alprostadil was frequently used as an injection or a suppository to enhance erections. This medication only works in a few men. It is primarily used in individuals who have had a stroke or are paralyzed. The side effects of alprostadil include pain from injection, prolonged and painful erections, and small bumps formed at the site of injection. Alprostadil is not only expensive, but has to be injected and only works in a few people – most of whom are paralyzed. For healthy young me, this is not a great drug of choice. If you do not believe me, stick a needle in your penis and see what is feels like- definitely not erotic!

Do I need to see a doctor before I buy Viagra?

No, if you are young and healthy, there is no need to see any doctor. However, men who take nitrate pills for angina, or are on medications to treat prostate hypertrophy, have heart disease, or have had a stroke or uncontrolled diabetes need to see their doctor. In fact, if you have any major health problem you should first speak to your doctor before taking these erectile failure pills.

Are there any other pills besides Viagra that may help my erectile dysfunction?

Individuals who do not respond to Viagra have other options including cialis or levitra. Both cialis and levitra appear to work much better in men who do not respond to Viagra. All three medications work in the same way. These pills enhance the effects of nitric oxide and relax muscles in the penis. This results in increased blood flow, which causes an erection when the penis is stimulated.

The dose and the duration of action of these medications vary.  Unlike Viagra, erections with levitra are said to last more than 8-12 hours- of course you need some type of sexual stimulation for this. Spontaneous erections do not occur with any of these medications.

Can priapism occur with Viagra?

Yes, it can. In extremely rare cases, Viagra may be associated with a very painful erection that is devoid of sexual pleasure. Known as priapism, this condition is a medical emergency and one needs to seek immediate medical help. The penis will remain erect and be painful. The color of the penis may range from dark blue to dusky brown. Priapism when not treated can lead to permanent damage to the penis. Therefore, you need to rush to the emergency center. Treatment varies but can involve surgery and/or medications.