Transurethral Therapy for Erection Problems

Picture of how to apply transurethral therapy for erection problems

An applicator is used to insert a small pellet of medicine inside the opening at the end of the penis. The pellet dissolves, and the medicine causes an erection. The erection can last for at least 30 minutes.

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ByHealthwise Staff
Primary Medical ReviewerE. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
Specialist Medical ReviewerChristopher G. Wood, MD, FACS - Urology, Oncology
Last RevisedMay 14, 2012
By: Healthwise StaffLast Revised: May 14, 2012
Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
Christopher G. Wood, MD, FACS - Urology, Oncology

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