What happens if lifestyle changes don't make a difference? What if Viagra doesn't work?

There are a number of second-line treatments for erectile dysfunction (ED) and with the help of Urology Nurse Fiona Holden we look at the options beyond first-line medications, including vacuum devices and emerging therapies.

You'll learn:

• How vacuum therapy works and who it’s suitable for
• About injectable treatments 
• Emerging treatments like Shockwave Therapy and PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
• What to know before going private
• Why seeing a reputable andrologist matters

About our guest

Fiona Holden qualified as a nurse in 1993. She has worked in Urology for the majority of her career and has been a member of the Andrology team at University College London Hospitals for the last seventeen years. She runs nurse led erectile dysfunction clinics offering pharmacological management through to penile prosthesis surgery. Fiona has completed her MSc in advanced practice and is a non-medical prescriber. She has published in peer reviewed journals and has co-authored a book chapter on erectile dysfunction management and penile prosthesis surgery.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Please consult a healthcare professional for any personal health concerns.

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