{"id":1383,"date":"2024-09-10T21:11:23","date_gmt":"2024-09-10T12:11:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/%e5%a6%bb%e3%81%ab%e5%af%be%e3%81%97%e3%81%a6%e3%81%ae%e3%81%bfed%ef%bc%88%e5%8b%83%e8%b5%b7%e4%b8%8d%e5%85%a8%ef%bc%89\/"},"modified":"2024-10-09T12:29:03","modified_gmt":"2024-10-09T03:29:03","slug":"%e5%a6%bb%e3%81%ab%e5%af%be%e3%81%97%e3%81%a6%e3%81%ae%e3%81%bfed%ef%bc%88%e5%8b%83%e8%b5%b7%e4%b8%8d%e5%85%a8%ef%bc%89","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/%e5%a6%bb%e3%81%ab%e5%af%be%e3%81%97%e3%81%a6%e3%81%ae%e3%81%bfed%ef%bc%88%e5%8b%83%e8%b5%b7%e4%b8%8d%e5%85%a8%ef%bc%89\/","title":{"rendered":"ED (Erectile Dysfunction) Testing in the United States"},"content":{"rendered":" <p>When seeking treatment for erectile dysfunction (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/\">ED<\/a>) in the United States, a physician will first assess the patient&#8217;s overall health and conduct several tests to identify the underlying causes of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/\">ED<\/a>. The specific tests may vary based on the patient\u2019s symptoms and health condition, but the following process is generally followed.<\/p>   <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"658\" src=\"\/ed\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Image_20240909_165632_431-7-1024x658.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-966\" style=\"width:350px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Image_20240909_165632_431-7-1024x658.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Image_20240909_165632_431-7-300x193.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Image_20240909_165632_431-7-768x494.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Image_20240909_165632_431-7-1536x987.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Image_20240909_165632_431-7-2048x1316.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Image_20240909_165632_431-7-485x312.jpeg 485w, https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Image_20240909_165632_431-7-scaled.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>   <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <strong>Medical History Review<\/strong><\/h3>   <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Review of lifestyle and medical history<\/strong>: The physician will start by gathering information about the patient\u2019s overall health, including past medical history, current medications, and lifestyle habits (such as smoking, alcohol consumption, and exercise).<\/li>   <li><strong>Assessment of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/\">ED<\/a> symptoms<\/strong>: The doctor will inquire about the specific details of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/\">ED<\/a> symptoms, including <span class=\"pre--maker span-stk-maker-pink\">frequency, strength of erections, and difficulties during sexual activity<\/span>, as well as when the symptoms began. Changes in sexual desire and potential psychological issues (such as stress or relationship concerns) will also be discussed.<\/li> <\/ul>   <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <strong>Physical Examination<\/strong><\/h3>   <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Examination of the penis and testes<\/strong>: The physician will check for physical issues (such as <span class=\"pre--maker span-stk-maker-yellow\">injuries or deformities<\/span>) in the penis, testes, and prostate. Any abnormalities in blood flow or nerves in the penis that could cause <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/\">ED<\/a> will be assessed.<\/li>   <li><strong>Blood pressure and cardiovascular examination<\/strong>: Since blood flow issues can lead to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/\">ED<\/a>, blood pressure and cardiovascular health will be evaluated. Cardiovascular problems can be a contributing factor to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/\">ED<\/a>.<\/li> <\/ul>   <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <strong>Blood Tests<\/strong><\/h3>   <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong><span class=\"pre--maker span-stk-maker-green\">Testosterone measurement<\/span><\/strong>: To check for hormonal issues related to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/\">ED<\/a>, blood tests will measure testosterone levels. Low testosterone (Low T) can be a cause of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/\">ED<\/a>.<\/li>   <li><strong><span class=\"pre--maker span-stk-maker-green\">Diabetes and cholesterol check<\/span><\/strong>: As diabetes and high cholesterol can contribute to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/\">ED<\/a>, blood glucose and cholesterol levels will also be assessed. Specifically, diabetes can damage nerves and blood vessels, leading to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/\">ED<\/a>.<\/li> <\/ul>   <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. <strong>Electrocardiogram (EKG\/ECG)<\/strong><\/h3>   <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Assessment of heart health<\/strong>: If heart disease is suspected or if the patient has cardiovascular risks, an EKG will be performed to evaluate the heart&#8217;s condition. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/\">ED<\/a> medications like Viagra and Cialis have vasodilatory effects, so they must be prescribed cautiously in patients with heart conditions.<\/li> <\/ul>   <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. <strong>Urinalysis<\/strong><\/h3>   <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Urinalysis will be conducted to check for diabetes or kidney function. Abnormalities in urine may indicate conditions related to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/\">ED<\/a>.<\/li> <\/ul>   <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. <strong>Ultrasound (Penile Doppler Study)<\/strong><\/h3>   <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Evaluation of penile blood flow<\/strong>: If blood flow issues are suspected, a penile ultrasound may be performed to assess the condition of the blood vessels and blood flow within the penis. Inadequate blood supply to the penis can lead to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/\">ED<\/a>.<\/li> <\/ul>   <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. <strong>Psychological Assessment<\/strong><\/h3>   <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Identification of psychological factors<\/strong>: If the cause of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/\">ED<\/a> is psychological, factors such as stress, anxiety, or depression may be involved. The psychological assessment will evaluate the patient\u2019s mental health and relationship with their partner. Counseling or psychotherapy may be recommended if necessary.<\/li> <\/ul>   <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. <strong>Nocturnal Penile Tumescence (NPT) Test<\/strong><\/h3>   <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Assessment of natural erections<\/strong>: Men typically experience erections during sleep. To confirm this, an NPT test may be conducted to measure the number and duration of nocturnal erections, helping to distinguish between physical and psychological causes of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/\">ED<\/a>.<\/li> <\/ul>   <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h3>   <p>Before receiving a prescription for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/\">ED<\/a> medication in the United States, patients undergo a review of their medical history, blood tests, and, if necessary, physical examinations and psychological evaluations to identify the causes of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/\">ED<\/a>. Based on this process, appropriate treatment options (such as pharmacotherapy with Viagra or Cialis, counseling, or lifestyle modifications) will be proposed.<\/p> ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When seeking treatment for erectile dysfunction (ED) in the United States, a physician will first assess the patient&#8217;s overall health and conduct several tests to identify the underlying causes of ED. The specific tests may vary based on the patient\u2019s symptoms and health condition, but the following process is generally followed. 1. Medical History Review 2. Physical Examination 3. Blood Tests 4. Electrocardiogram (EKG\/ECG) 5. Urinalysis 6. Ultrasound (Penile Doppler Study) 7. Psychological Assessment 8. Nocturnal Penile Tumescence (NPT) Test Conclusion Before receiving a prescription&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":3028,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[5,101],"tags":[60,61,94,63,65,78,79],"class_list":{"0":"post-1383","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-5","8":"category-research_trends-en","9":"tag-beginner-en","10":"tag-ed-en","11":"tag-mechanism-en","12":"tag-erectile_dysfunction-en","13":"tag-treatment-en","14":"tag-urology-en","15":"tag--en","16":"article"},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1383","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1383"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1383\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4168,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1383\/revisions\/4168"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3028"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1383"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1383"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/ed\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1383"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}