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LEVITRA (Vardenafil HCl)
How Do I Talk to My Doctor About Erectile Dysfunction (ED)?
Now there are options for men seeking to improve the quality of their erections, even for men who have high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or type 1 or type 2 diabetes. It all starts with a visit to your doctor.

Remember:

  • You're not the first guy to discuss ED with your doctor. He or she has heard it all before
  • You may have a lot to gain. Since medical conditions like high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or diabetes may lead to ED, why wouldn't you talk about it?
  • Your sexual health is part of your overall health

You can tell the doctor's staff that you need a "check-up" when you call for your appointment. But tell your doctor that you want to discuss changes in your erectile function at the start of your visit. In other words, don't wait until the doctor is halfway out the door.

Ask your doctor if LEVITRA is right for you. Once you bring up the topic, your doctor may ask you some questions and then select the best treatment option for you.

You can also fill out and print some handy tools to help you bring up the subject of ED with your doctor. You can fill out and print one or all of these tools to take to your doctor visit. Tools include:

Talking to Your Doctor