There are a number of treatment options available for men who suffer from Erectile Dysfunction (ED). And most, if not all, can be effective for the right man in the right situation. Depending on your doctor’s advice (and prescription) and the status of your relationship with your partner, pills, injections, implants or vacuum therapy devices, such as Bonro Medical’s Vacurect™ may be best for you and your ED. And while we at Bonro Medical make it a policy to never “trash talk” another treatment option, we do believe that every patient should have all of the information available in order to make an informed decision with his partner and doctor. Part of that information includes the very real possibility of unwanted side effects. Read More

As part of the National Social Life, Health and Aging Project, the University of Chicago conducted a study of more than 3,000 American adults, ages 57 to 85. The focus was on older men, using the logic that these men would (a) be more likely than their younger counterparts to have sexual problems and (b) they are also more likely to experience “partner betweenness”, since over time a couple's social circles tend to overlap. The data showed that about a quarter of men experience partner betweenness and that these men are 92 percent more likely to report erectile dysfunction. Read More

We’ve talked many times in these blogs – in fact it’s become something of a mantra – about talking with your physician about any experiences you’ve had with Erectile Dysfunction (ED). Remember? Talk about it candidly with your partner, then talk to your doctor. And, we’ve also provided some questions and other prep material for that doctor’s office visit. But, since many guys are concerned about what happens beyond the talking during the visit, here’s a short list of what you can probably expect. This was compiled by the folks at the Mayo Clinic. They explain that a physical exam and answering questions (medical history) may be all that's needed before your physician is ready to recommend a treatment for your ED. Read More