Following a history and physical examination blood tests are performed to assess the hormones. Frequently the physician may be able to establish the causes of erectile dysfunction and treat the problem with oral medication. In rare cases performing a test called the Duplex Doppler checks the circulation of the penis. Currently, many revolutionary oral medications like Viagra, marketed by the Pfizer company, are available that may correct the problem. In patients in whom pharmacologic manipulation fails, other options such as penile injections and penile prosthesis may be necessary.
Many females suffer from sexual dysfunction.
As it is an embarrassing situation, they frequently fail to consult their physician for help. Currently a significant amount of research is being performed in this field. A common symptom of this condition is dyspareunia, or painful sexual intercourse. It is frequently due to physiological decrease of secretions normally responsible for the lubrication of the vagina during sexual intercourse and is a result of decline of female hormones. Other symptoms of female sexual dysfunction include orgasmic difficulties and low sexual desire associated with depression or dyspareunia.