Everything You Need to Know
About Erectile Dysfunction
Most men arrive at a treatment decision without fully understanding why they have ED — or what treatments actually address their specific cause. This hub changes that.
Why the cause matters before the treatment
Erectile dysfunction has multiple distinct causes — vascular, neurological, hormonal, pharmacological, and psychological. A treatment that works brilliantly for one type may fail entirely for another. Venous leak ED does not respond to Viagra the same way arterial ED does. Post-finasteride ED has a completely different mechanism to diabetic ED. Understanding your cause is the most important step you can take before spending money on treatment.
Understand Your Cause
Start here. Most ED is caused by one or more of these underlying mechanisms.
What Causes Erectile Dysfunction?
Start HereThe definitive overview — vascular, neurological, hormonal, psychological, and drug-induced ED explained.
Diabetes & Erectile Dysfunction
Common CauseHow high blood sugar damages vascular and neural pathways — and which treatments work best for diabetic ED.
Venous Leak ED
Often MisdiagnosedBlood gets in but won't stay in. Viagra often fails for this type. Understand why — and what does work.
Post-Finasteride Syndrome & ED
UnderreportedPersistent ED, low libido, and brain fog after stopping Propecia or Proscar. What the research says.
Post-Prostatectomy ED
Post-SurgicalED following prostate surgery — nerve-sparing outcomes, realistic recovery timelines, and proven rehabilitation.
Low Testosterone & Erectile Dysfunction
HormonalDoes low T cause ED? When TRT helps, when it doesn't, and how PRP interacts with testosterone levels.
Compare Your Treatment Options
Once you understand your cause, explore which treatments are backed by evidence for your type of ED.
PRP for ED — The Science
Non-SurgicalHow platelet-rich plasma stimulates tissue regeneration and vascular repair to address root-cause ED.
Shockwave Therapy for ED
Non-SurgicalLow-intensity shockwave (LiSWT) — who it helps, how it compares to PRP, and whether combining both is better.
PRP vs Stem Cell Therapy
ComparisonTwo regenerative options compared: evidence quality, cost difference, and which is right for which patient.
P-Shot vs Viagra
ComparisonA pill that masks symptoms vs a procedure that fixes the underlying biology. Long-term cost and outcome comparison.
Testosterone Therapy for ED
HormonalWhen testosterone replacement actually helps ED — and when it makes no difference at all.
The Smart Medical Decision Question
“Why pay £1,800 in London for the same PRP procedure available in a certified Turkish clinic for £300?”
The procedure is identical. The PRP centrifuge kits are the same FDA-cleared equipment. The doctors are equally qualified. The only difference is operational cost. Once you understand that, Turkey isn't the budget option — it's the informed option.
See the Full Cost Breakdown →Treatment Comparison at a Glance
| Treatment | Evidence | Addresses Root Cause? | UK Cost | Turkey Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P-Shot (PRP) | Strong | Yes | £1,200–£2,000 | £300 |
| Shockwave (LiSWT) | Good | Yes | £500–£2,000 course | £200–£400 |
| PRP + Shockwave combo | Very strong | Yes | £2,000–£4,000 | £450–£600 |
| Testosterone therapy | Good (when deficient) | Partial | £150–£400/mo | — |
| Viagra / Cialis (PDE5i) | Strong (symptomatic) | No | £5–£25/pill | — |
| Penile implant | Definitive | Replacement | £10,000–£20,000 | £3,000–£6,000 |
| Stem cell therapy | Early stage | Yes (theoretical) | £5,000–£15,000 | £2,000–£5,000 |
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