What should I check if I go to the hospital for impotence?
Impotence (erectile dysfunction) is a common health problem in men that can be caused by physical or psychological factors. If symptoms persist, it is recommended to seek medical examination in time. The following is a detailed description of the examination items and related precautions that need to be carried out when seeking medical treatment for impotence.
1. Basic inspection items
| Check type | Specific content | purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Medical history inquiry | Sexual life history, chronic medical history, medication history, etc. | Preliminary judgment of the cause (psychological/physiological) |
| Physical examination | Genitals, secondary sexual characteristics, blood pressure, etc. | Discover signs of organic disease |
| blood test | Blood sugar, blood lipids, testosterone, thyroid function | Check for diabetes, hormone abnormalities, etc. |
2. Special inspection items
| Check name | Applicable situations | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Nocturnal erection monitoring (NPT) | Identification of psychological and organic diseases | Determining the cause of the disease by the number of erections at night |
| Penile blood flow ultrasound | Suspected vascular disease | Test arterial blood supply and venous closure function |
| neuroelectrophysiological examination | Neurological disease patients | Assess nerve conduction function |
3. Precautions
1.Preparation before inspection:Some items require fasting (such as blood glucose testing), and sexual intercourse should be avoided 3 days before the examination.
2.Psychological evaluation:You may need to complete the International Index of Erectile Function Questionnaire (IIEF-5).
3.Fee reference:A basic inspection costs about 300-800 yuan, and a single special inspection ranges from 500-2,000 yuan.
4. Hotspot related content
Recent data shows that the topic of men's health has received increased attention, with "impotence rejuvenation" becoming a hot search keyword. Experts remind: Staying up late for a long time and being too stressed may induce functional erectile dysfunction. It is recommended that men over the age of 30 have a relevant physical examination once a year.
5. Treatment suggestions
Depending on the test results, your doctor may recommend:
| Cause type | treatment plan |
|---|---|
| psychological | Psychological counseling + behavioral therapy |
| Vascular | Drugs/Vascular Surgery |
| hormonal | Testosterone replacement therapy |
Note: The examinations described in this article need to be conducted under the guidance of a professional physician, and individual circumstances may vary. If symptoms persist for more than 3 months, it is recommended to see a urology department or andrology department as soon as possible.
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