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writes:I have trouble maintaining an erection but in my case I put it down to the drugs that I have to take to control my epilepsy. Is there anything I can do to help myself?
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reader, DoubleM  +, writes (11 June 2008):
 As a 60-year-old contributor here, I can relate to this general problem but not with the epileptic treatment affect. All I can say is that many medications subject those of us who need the good part to some undesirable side effects.
My personal experience likely involves beta-blocker medication to help control high blood pressure and heart rhythm - specifically Atenolol. It does its intended job very well with me, but is probably complicit (if not the main cause) of some difficulty with gaining and maintaining, as you infer. It may even affect libido as, when even occasional erection difficulty occurs or persists, the individual feels stressed, challenged and worse.
For such problems caused by blood pressure meds, Cialis and Viagra may help for some if the health condition permits, but as "Uncle Sneaker" wisely advised, check with your doc. I also like the penile grip suggested by "Smiles" to help stimulate an erection. Hands can pride wonderful encouragement, but I'd personally have to pass on the ring.
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reader, Uncle Sneaker +, writes (10 June 2008):
 If you suspect it's the drugs you have to take, then go back to the doctor and explain the problem. There may well be an alternative or something additional you can take that will help.
DON'T take anything else (like viagra) without checking with the doctor first. I lost a very good friend who had epilepsy, simply because she took something that happened to counter-act the epilepsy drugs, although I have no idea whether or not there might be a problem with viagra or anything else.
Also, at your age (which is similar to mine), the sexual energy often starts to wane a bit even though for most men the desire most definitely doesn't. If you are also still masturbating regularly (I think a lot of us get into a "pattern" with these things) then break the habit and do it less frequently. That could make all the difference.
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reader, anonymous, writes (10 June 2008): Discuss emotional problems with your partner and discuss your fears in this regard with her.Attempt intercourse even if the penis is not erct, sexual intercourse is a very powerfull stimulant.Your partner can farm a ring with her thumb and forefinger and gently squeeze the top of the penis just beneath the frenolum; this prevents the venous drainage from the penis and it becomes stiffer very quickly.Try a penis ring to maintain the erection.if very severe, consider penile implants or injections.
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