In case of impotence, which way to go for-- Medications or Supplements?

There is no need to define impotence again and again, everyone knows what it is. It is simply an inability to perform sexual encounter for any reason such as erectile dysfunction. I have written several articles on erectile dysfunction, and in every article I put full emphasize on two things – (a) know your exact cause, severity and treatment options you have, and (b) do whatever you want to do, but first consult your doctor. This article is no different when it comes to these two things. There are several conditions where kind of medication matter, and there are hundreds of supplements to choose from. So, consulting your doctor is even important. This article will talk about those situations where it is difficult to choose between medications and supplements. It is important to understand the basic difference between two. Medications means treatment of the problem, and supplements are enhancers of sexual health and are not made for treatment or curing any problem. So, when you got some serious problem then medication is the option, and when you find that your sexual performance is going down, then supplement is the option. But this article is about discussing more than that. As impotence is mostly observed due to erectile dysfunction, and these two terms are used interchangeably, so we'll take erectile dysfunction as the problem in question. Think of the situations where the cause of erectile dysfunction is a side effect of any medication, or due to some disease, or some injury. What supplement can do in these situations? Almost nothing. You have to visit your doctor's clinic, discuss what you think about your situation, and undergo required tests to figure out the cause in exact. When a doctor is sure about your condition, then it will be easier to fight the problem. Do follow every single advice of your doctor. If the doctor says... You can go for medication then go for it. And for god sake... Don't think that only medication of impotence is Viagra or similar pills. The causes of ED are various, so the treatment has to be different. Viagra and similar bills are only for fixing ED caused by lower production of nitric oxide in the penis area. And the age factor is most common resulting in low production of nitric oxide. ED due to every other cause has to treat with something other than these pills. The Doctor knows the best. Let your doctor decide for you in order to minimize your risk of any side effect. Supplements are those nutritional products in the market which helps in enhancing the sexual power. And most supplements are aimed at overall sexual health enhancement and not just erectile dysfunction. They are supposed to keep your sexual health good, and enhance it further. But in no case they can be treated as treatment or care of your problem. In case of severe erectile dysfunction, it is recommended to go for both medications in order to get quick relief, and for supplements to enhance the capabilities slowly. Unlike prescribed drugs such as Viagra, Levitra and Cialis, most supplements are not FDA approved. And frequently we hear news that such and such supplement is warned by FDA for this and this reason. So, going to supplement is not risk free. Doctors generally do not prescribe supplements, but they can if they found some supplements good. Just do not go for any supplement without consulting your doctor. There is another situation where you don't need any. The psychological impotence, which is simply not getting excited for some reason. In such situation you need psychological therapists, and not some pills or supplements. No medication or substance can make your erect enough for successful sexual intercourse, if you don't get excited upto required level.