Erectile Dysfunction & Diabetes: Is There A Cure?

Erectile dysfunction and diabetes are often reported to go hand in hand. Up to 75% of men with diabetes will experience some degree of erectile dysfunction. It’s challenging and can impact your relationships, confidence and overall well-being.

If you’ve got diabetes and are suffering from ED, you’re probably wondering what the best treatment is to help you and if there is a cure. 

We explore this in more detail below.

What Causes Erectile Dysfunction In Diabetes?

Men with diabetes are 3x more likely to suffer from erectile dysfunction. There can be several reasons for this, such as limited blood flow, nerve damage (neuropathy) and damaged blood vessels. 

High blood sugar over a long period can severely damage the nerves and blood vessels, making it difficult to get and maintain an erection. 

ED also can be caused by high blood pressure and heart disease, both of which are conditions that are commonly associated with diabetes. And even the medication you take to control the condition can cause impotence as a side effect. 

Your emotional health can also contribute, with anxiety and stress often making erectile dysfunction significantly worse. 

Is There A Cure?

There is no cure or known medication to reverse the damage to blood vessels caused by diabetes. But ongoing studies are being conducted all the time, so hopefully, one day, there will be.

But in the meantime, there are many treatments used to help erectile dysfunction, and some are far more effective than others. You should discuss with your GP which one could work for you and be aware that it is common for it to take time to find the best treatment. Identifying the right treatment often requires some trial and error to find what suits you.

But if you feel that you have exhausted all options with your doctor, the good news is that you can get help from private clinics for treatment that are not readily available on the NHS.

What Treatments Are Available For ED?

The treatments that are often associated with erectile dysfunction and diabetes are:

• Medication – such as pills like Viagra, Tadalafil, and Avanafil.
• Exercise –  Exercise helps other conditions that can cause erectile dysfunction. It boosts blood flow while helping lower stress and weight. 
• Equipment – such as the vacuum-erection device or penis pump.
• Lifestyle changes – such as a healthy diet.
• Reduce alcohol consumption –  Alcohol can impact erectile dysfunction, so try to find a good balance.
• Stop smoking – Smoking narrows your blood vessels, and less blood flow can cause or worsen erectile dysfunction.
• Reduce stress – Managing your stress levels can help with the emotional pressures of ED in a relationship.
• Non-surgical treatment – The P-Shot is a non-invasive treatment that works for many men with erectile dysfunction and diabetes.

How The P-Shot Works For ED

The P-Shot is a pioneering treatment used to help treat ED issues such as impotence or the inability to maintain a firm erection. 

It is a reliable treatment for men who have erectile dysfunction and diabetes and can help men achieve a strong erection without relying on more medication.

The treatment uses platelet-rich plasma (PRP) to stimulate the growth of new, younger tissue and increase blood flow in your penis. The PRP is taken from a sample of your own blood, making it a very natural remedy with little risk of adverse reactions.

PRP treatments have been used successfully to repair damaged muscles and nerves for many years in the medical field, and experts have found that using the same process can help reverse the damage to your blood vessels and combat erectile problems associated with erectile dysfunction and diabetes.

PRP contains cell-regenerating growth factors that are essential for healing and regeneration. A small sample of your blood is drawn and then spun at a high frequency in a centrifuge to separate the platelet-rich plasma (PRP). It’s this incredible serum that does the hard work in regenerating tissue and blood flow.

At Elite Aesthetics, we use an FDA-approved centrifuge to give the best possible results, and we’re the only clinic in the UK to use this particular centrifuge for the P-Shot and other PRP-based treatments.

Once your doctor has extracted the PRP, the next step is to inject it into your penis. This might sound uncomfortable, but we carry out the procedure under local anaesthetic, so you’ll experience little to no discomfort.

The results can last for up to 12 months with benefits including:

• Fuller, firmer erections.
• Improved sexual capabilities. 
• Enhanced appearance.
• Increased blood flow and circulation.
• Increase in sexual stamina – maintaining a longer and more fulfilling sex life.

The P-Shot has proved very successful for patients suffering from ED caused by diabetes. You can read case studies from our patients at Elite Aesthetics, like Jimmy Croxton, who has, erectile dysfunction and diabetes, here.

You might experience mild bruising and swelling after the procedure, but this usually subsides after a couple of days, and most patients can go about their regular routine the same day. 

The P-Shot is not permanent, so to maintain results, you will need to repeat the treatment after approximately one year. 

Next Steps

Science is working on a cure, but before that happens, reliable treatment options can give you your confidence back.

If you have erectile dysfunction and diabetes and think that the P-Shot could be right for you, then the first thing you need to do is get in touch. At Elite Aesthetics, consultations are held in our award-winning clinic based in Greenhithe, Kent, just 20 minutes from London. 

You can contact us by calling 01322 381 205, emailing info@elite-aesthetics.co.uk, or WhatsApp us.