Spiritual Homeopathy

Homeopathy treatment for Erectile Dysfunction (ED

Erectile dysfunction (in other words, ED) is the inability to attain or sustain an erection satisfactory for sexual intercourse.

  • The term impotence has been replaced by the term erectile dysfunction.
  • Moreover, the prevalence of partial or complete ED is about 50% in men 40 to 70 and increases with aging. However, many men can be successfully treated.
  • The incidence of moderate or severe ED more than doubled between the ages of 40 and 70.
  • Incidence was highest among men in the age group 50–59 (21%) and men who were poor (14%), divorced (14%), and less educated (13%). 
  • The term impotence has been replaced by the term erectile dysfunction.
  • Moreover, the prevalence of partial or complete ED is about 50% in men 40 to 70 and increases with aging. However, many men can be successfully treated.
  • The incidence of moderate or severe ED more than doubled between the ages of 40 and 70.
  • Incidence was highest among men in the age group 50–59 (21%) and men who were poor (14%), divorced (14%), and less educated (13%). 

Erectile dysfunction (ED) can be classified into several types based on its causes:

  1. Primary ED: This type occurs when a man has never been able to achieve or maintain an erection, often due to psychological or physical issues from an early age.

  2. Secondary ED: This occurs when a man who previously had normal erectile function begins to experience difficulties, typically due to health conditions, medications, or lifestyle factors.

  3. Psychogenic ED: Caused by psychological factors such as stress, anxiety, depression, or relationship issues.

  4. Organic ED: Results from physical causes, such as heart disease, diabetes, hormonal imbalances, or nerve damage.

  5. Mixed ED: A combination of both psychological and physical factors contributing to erectile difficulties.

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is characterized by various signs and symptoms, primarily difficulty in achieving or maintaining an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse. Common symptoms include:

  1. Inability to get an erection: Difficulty in achieving an erection, even with sexual stimulation.

  2. Difficulty maintaining an erection: The erection may not last long enough for successful intercourse.

  3. Reduced sexual desire: A noticeable decrease in libido or sexual interest.

  4. Stress or anxiety related to performance: Psychological distress related to the inability to perform sexually.

  5. Premature or delayed ejaculation: Problems with controlling ejaculation may also occur in some men with ED. If these symptoms persist, it’s important to consult a healthcare provider for evaluation and treatment options.

A balanced diet can improve erectile dysfunction (ED) by promoting healthy blood flow, hormone balance, and overall health. Key foods to include are:

  1. Leafy greens and vegetables: High in nitrates, which help improve blood flow (e.g., spinach, kale).

  2. Fruits: Rich in antioxidants and vitamins (e.g., berries, watermelon, citrus) that boost circulation and heart health.

  3. Nuts and seeds: High in healthy fats, which can improve blood vessel health (e.g., almonds, walnuts, flaxseeds).

  4. Whole grains: Help manage blood sugar and reduce cholesterol (e.g., oats, brown rice).

  5. Lean protein: Supports muscle health and hormone production (e.g., fish, chicken, tofu).

  6. Dark chocolate: Contains flavonoids that improve circulation.

Avoid excessive alcohol, processed foods, and sugary items, which can worsen ED.

  • Avoid Smoking
  • Be physically active
  • Reduce stress level

These foods could be beneficial for men’s health. In addition to decreasing ED:

  • Blackberries
  • Watermelon
  • Spinach
  • Oatmeal
  • Avocado
  • Pomegranate juice
  • Fish
  • Bananas

These should be Avoid for ED diet i.e.:

  • Alcohol
  • Sugary drinks
  • Soy based products

Homeopathic Medicines for Erectile Dysfunction:

The homeopathic remedies (medicines) given below indicate the therapeutic affinity but this is not a complete and definite guide to the homeopathy treatment of this condition. The symptoms listed against each homeopathic remedy may not be directly related to this disease because in homeopathy general symptoms and constitutional indications also taken into account for selecting a remedy, potency and repetition of dose by Homeopathic doctor.

So, here we describe homeopathic medicine only for reference and education purpose. Do not take medicines without consulting registered homeopathic doctor (BHMS or M.D. Homeopath).

Medicines:

Anacardium Orientalis:

  • Generally, Dual personality, Lack of self-confidence with severe depression associated with impaired memory

Argentum Nitricum:

  • Very Apprehensive from the first night of marriage, fearful and nervous, leading to premature ejaculations. Moreover, “Erection fails when coition attempted”.

Agnus Castus:

  • Especially indicated in old men with history of sexual excesses and in premature old age, arising in young persons from abuse of sexual powers.
  • Apathy, melancholy and self-contempt from sexual abuse. Impotence with gleet (with those who have frequently had Gonorrhoea
  • Lastly, Penis is small, cold, also flaccid; no desire or power; complete impotence. 

Caladium:

  • Penis remains relaxed, even when excited.
  • In point of fact there is sexual desire and excitement; no emission and no orgasm during an embrace.
  • Impotence in vigorous persons from suppressed gonorrhoeal discharge.
  • Worse – motion. On the other hand, Better – after sweat after sleeping in daytime 

Lycopodium:

  • Reputed to be one of the best remedies for impotence.
  • Furthermore, Erections imperfect or absent.
  • In “old men who marry again but find themselves impotent.”
  • Besides this, Young men who become impotent from masturbation or sexual excesses.
  • Old men with strong desire but imperfect erections.
  • Worse – Right side, from right to left, from above downward, especially, 4 to 8pm, from heat or warm room, hot air, bed. Whereas, Better – Motion, particularly after midnight, warm food and drink, on getting cold, being uncovered.

Natrum Mur:

  • Male – Impotence with retarded emission. Emission even after coitus.
  • Worse – noise, music, warm room, lying down, about 10 am, specifically; at seashore, mental exertion, heat. On the other hand; Better – open air, cold bathing, going without regular meals, lying on right side, pressure against back, especially by tight clothing. 

Cantharis:

  • Painful swelling of genitals.
  • Pulls at penis.
  • Sexual desire increased not better by sex.
  • Bloody semen. Additionally, Pollutions.
  • Burning in urethra after sex.
  • Strong desire, painful erection.
  • Worse – During or after urination, drinking cold water or coffee, sound of water, bright objects.
  • Better – Better from rubbing, warm applications, warmth. 

Selenium:

  • Irritability after sex.
  • Loss of sexual power with lascivious fancies. In addition, Lascivious but impotent.
  • On attempting sex, penis relaxes. Moreover, Easy loss of semen during sex with feeble erection, but long continued voluptuous thrill during stools.
  • Semen watery, odorless. Dribbling of semen during sleep.
  • Prostatitis, prostatic adenoma.
  • Bedwetting, chronic urethritis. Papilloma on the penis
  • Worse – By touch, pressure, motion, after seminal losses, specifically after stools, loss of sleep, night watching, after sleep, rest, in open air, draft, even if warm.
  • Better – Better after sunset, inhaling cool air, taking either cold air or cold water into mouth.

Conium:

  • Suppressed sexual desires.
  • Desire increased; but power decreased.
  • Sexual desire without Sexual nervousness with feeble erection.
  • Erections imperfect and of too short duration. Impotence. Seminal discharge, provoked by mere presence of a woman or contact. Additionally, Cutting in urethra while semen passes.
  • Sexual nervousness, dejection after sex. Prostatitis. Dribbling of prostatic fluid, worse stools, emotions, etc. Prostate cancer. Testicles hard also  enlarged. Itching in prepuce.
  • Besides this, Worse- sexual abuse or excess, from celibacy, alcohol, pressure of tight clothing, raising arms, standing, lying down with head low.
  • Better- while fasting, from letting limbs hang down, walking bent, sitting down, stooping, walking, motion, pressure sun, dark.

Dioscoria:

  • Suited very well to tea drinkers.

Phosphoric Acid:  

  • Generally, Gives excellent results in Oligo-asthenospermia. It increases the motility of sperm.

Titanium:

  • In brief, Too early ejaculation

Tribulus Terrestris:

  • A very good medicine for patients in their mid- 40’s having partial impotence caused either by overindulgence or advancing age.

What is Erectile Dysfunction?

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability to attain or sustain an erection satisfactory for sexual intercourse.

Homeopathic Medicines used by Homeopathic Doctors in treatment of Erectile Dysfunction?

  • Anacardium
  • Argentum Nitricum
  • Agnus Castus
  • Caladium
  • Lycopodium
  • Natrum Mur
  • Cantharis

What causes Erectile Dysfunction?

  • Psychologic factors or anatomic abnormalities.
  • Guilt, fear of intimacy
  • Depression

  • Severe anxiety
  • Psychologic factors
  • Most often, ED is secondary

Give the symptoms of Erectile Dysfunction?

  • Infertility
  • Trouble getting erection
  • Trouble keeping an erection
  • Reduced sexual desire
  • Feeling of embarrassment or guilt
  • Low self-esteem

What are the types of Erectile Dysfunction?

  • Primary
  • Secondary

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