Many people think there is no cure for erectile dysfunction. The cure actually depends on the cause which can be any number of things. Erectile dysfunction is also known as impotence and affects more men than one would think. It is not a commonly discussed problem because men do not want others to see them as being weak or as having lost their manliness. It is often a source of embarrassment and can cause psychological problems if not treated. Many treatments are effective and have been able to cure erectile dysfunction.

Erectile dysfunction can be caused by diseases such as diabetes, or heart conditions. Prostrate cancer or its treatment can cause it as well as certain medications. There are several ways to treat it using drugs to help the male have an erection. A well-known drug on the market today for this purpose is Viagra. Other methods are penile injections and an urethral pump. These do not cure erectile dysfunction, but do help for a short period of time.

Hypnosis has been found to be quite effective as a cure for erectile dysfunction, if the cause of the problem is psychological. Therapists trained to help men with this condition teach him how to relax as often they are too tense fearing that they may not be able to perform. Through therapy with both partners, he is able to share his thoughts on the problem and is coached through methods of being able to achieve and maintain an erection. There are tapes available to use for reinforcement and in this way he can receive a cure for erectile dysfunction.