Glossary of Terms associated with impotence and Vacuum Erection Devices
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Alprostadil |
A pharmaceutical drug that dilates the blood vessels. Used in impotence injections. |
| Andropause |
Condition caused by decrease in testosterone levels (male menopause). |
| Endocrinologist |
A medical doctor with advanced training in disorders of the internal (endocrine) glands, including diabetes. |
| Erectile Dysfunction |
(e-rek-tile dis-funk-shun): Inability to reach a firm erection or to keep it long enough for sexual intercourse. Used to be called "impotence." |
| Estrogen |
(ES-tro-jen): The main sex hormone in women. Small amounts are also found in men. |
| Impotence |
Inability to reach a firm erection or keep it long enough for sexual intercourse. Now referred to as "erectile dysfunction". |
| Prolactin |
(pro-lak-tin): A hormone produced by the pituitary gland. |
| Prosthesis |
(pros-thee-sees): Artificial parts that help restore a natural body function. |
| Psychiatrist |
(si-ki-a-trist): A medical doctor who specializes in the study, treatment and prevention of emotional disorders. |
| Psychologist |
(si-kol-o-jist): A person trained in methods of psychological analysis and counselling. |
| Side Effect |
A reaction to a medicine. |
| Testosterone |
(tes-tos-te-rone): The main male sex hormone. Small amounts are also found in women. |
| Uprima |
Prescription pill for the treatment of impotence (erectile dysfunction). |
| Urologist |
A medical doctor who specializes in conditions of the genital tract in men and the urinary tract in men and women. |
| Vascular |
(vas-cue-lar): Relating to the blood vessels. |