Retrograde ejaculation is a problem that occurs when fluid that under normal circumstances would be ejaculated through the urethra, gets redirected to the urinary bladder. The bladder's sphincter would normally contract allowing the sperm to go to the urethra and towards the area where there is the least amount of pressure. Retrograde ejaculation is a condition in which this sphincter fails to function as it is supposed to. In most circumstances the condition does not require treatment. In cases where it interferes with fertility the condition can be treated, depending on the cause of the problem. The condition is only a problem if you wish to become a parent.
The condition could at times be caused as a side effect of prescribed drugs or a treatment therapy. In such cases the condition can be resolved by switching medications, or when the medication is no longer needed or discontinued. In some cases the condition can be effectively treated with medications that are actually meant to treat other disorders. These medications help with the condition as they keep the neck muscles of the bladder closed during ejaculation. While these treatments are very often effective for the condition almost all of them are known to cause a number of side effects. While most of these side effects are relatively minor, some can cause serious problems. A doctor who is treating your condition will need to know about any other conditions you might be suffering from and the medication you are on to treat it. Combinations of certain medications can cause serious reactions, which is why it is imperative that you do not leave out any details when briefing your doctor. Treatment with many of these medications can cause an increase in blood pressure and in heart rate. This can be particularly dangerous for men suffering from heart or blood pressure problems.
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