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Is it true that taking Viagra can cause blindness in some men?
Posted on 21. Jul, 2009 by Mel G.
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A small number of patients have lost eyesight in one eye after taking Sildenafil (Viagra).
This type of vision loss is called non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION). NAION causes a sudden loss of eyesight because blood flow is blocked to the optic nerve. It is not clear at this time if Viagra causes [...]
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How effective is Levitra?
Posted on 17. Jul, 2009 by Mel G.
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According to Bayer, the manufacturer of Levitra, the drug is clinically proven to improve erectile function in most men with E.D. Bayer also claims over 50 clinical trials involving more than 4,000 men with E.D. resulted in reliable improvements in erectile function.
Their study found that Levitra helped up to 85% [...]
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How should Horny Goat Weed be used and are there any side effects?
Posted on 14. Apr, 2009 by Mel G.
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In traditional Chinese medicine, horny goat weed is usually combined with tonic herbs and used long term for support of sexual health. No significant side effects have been reported and very little is known on how it works. However much like many herbal supplements possible side effects may be dizziness, dry-mouth, [...]
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Are there any dangers to using herbal products to treat E.D.?
Posted on 30. Mar, 2009 by Mel G.
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It is well known that “yohimbe” often marketed as a sexual stimulant can be dangerous and potentially fatal if used in excessive amounts.
Adverse side effects include high blood pressure and heart failure. Preliminary research on a few herbal supplements — such as DHEA, ginseng and propionyl-L-carnitine – suggests that they may provide benefit [...]
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Are there lifestyle changes that can reduce E.D. without taking medical or herbal drugs?
Posted on 20. Mar, 2009 by Mel G.
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Lack of sleep can contribute to erectile problems so make sure that you obtain a full night’s sleep and that you take time out of your day to rest and relax. Exercising regularly to increase blood circulation in your body can also help tremendously.
Other proven ways of decreasing your risk of getting [...]
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Is it inevitable that all men will face E.D. as a result of older age?
Posted on 05. Mar, 2009 by Mel G.
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This may not be the case for all men because the level of a man’s sexual drive changes with age. Where some men might need more time to become aroused or more physical stimulation, other men are naturally very virile even in older age without the use of E.D. drugs.
On the [...]
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Is it true that men with E.D. have an increased risk of heart disease?
Posted on 27. Feb, 2009 by Mel G.
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According to research done by the Mayo Medical Clinic, men with E.D. have a higher risk of developing cardiovascular diseases such as heart attacks and strokes.
However, there is no medical link between E.D. and heart disease as both conditions arise as a result of atherosclerosis, or the hardening of blood vessels that carry [...]




