Impotence, Also called: Erectile Dysfunction ED,
Ø Erectile dysfunction (ED)
is when you have trouble getting or keeping an erection. ED becomes more common
as you get older. But it is not a natural part of aging.
Ø Some people have trouble
speaking with their doctors about sex. But if you have ED, you should tell your
doctor. ED can be a sign of health problems. It may mean your blood vessels are
clogged. It may mean you have nerve damage from diabetes. If you don't see your
doctor, these problems will go untreated.
Ø Your doctor can offer
several new treatments for ED. For many men, the answer is as simple as taking
a pill. Getting more exercise, losing weight or stopping smoking may also help.
Definition
v Erectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability of a man to maintain
a firm erection long enough to have sex. Although erectile dysfunction is more
common in older men, this common problem can occur at any age. Having trouble
maintaining an erection from time to time isn't necessarily a cause for
concern. But if the problem is ongoing, it can cause stress and relationship
problems and affect self-esteem.
v Formerly called impotence, erectile dysfunction was once a taboo
subject. It was considered a psychological issue or a natural consequence of
growing older. These attitudes have changed in recent years. It's now known
that erectile dysfunction is more often caused by physical problems than by
psychological ones, and that many men have normal erections into their 80s.
v Although it can be embarrassing to talk with your doctor about
sexual issues, seeking help for erectile dysfunction can be worth the effort.
Erectile dysfunction treatments ranging from medications to surgery can help
restore sexual function for most men. Sometimes erectile dysfunction is caused
by an underlying condition such as heart disease. So it's important to take
erectile trouble seriously because it can be a sign of a more serious health
problem.
Symptoms
¬ Erectile dysfunction is the inability to maintain an erection
sufficient for sexual intercourse at least 25 percent of the time.
¬ An occasional inability to maintain an erection happens to most
men and is normal. But ongoing erection problems are a sign of erectile
dysfunction and should be evaluated. In some cases, erectile dysfunction is the
first sign of another underlying health condition that needs treatment.
Causes
Ø Male sexual arousal is a complex process involving the brain,
hormones, emotions, nerves, muscles and blood vessels. If something affects any
of these systems — or the delicate balance among them — erectile dysfunction
can result.
Physical causes of erectile dysfunction
At one time, doctors thought erectile dysfunction was primarily caused by
psychological issues. But this isn't true. While thoughts and emotions always
play a role in getting an erection, erectile dysfunction is usually caused by
something physical, such as a chronic health problem or the side effects of a
medication. Sometimes a combination of things causes erectile dysfunction.
Common causes of erectile dysfunction include:
- Heart disease
- Clogged blood vessels
(atherosclerosis)
- High blood pressure
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- Metabolic syndrome
Other causes of erectile dysfunction include:
- Certain prescription medications
- Tobacco use
- Alcoholism and other forms of drug
abuse
- Treatments for prostate cancer
- Parkinson's disease
- Multiple sclerosis
- Hormonal disorders such as low
testosterone (hypogonadism)
- Peyronie's disease
- Surgeries or injuries that affect
the pelvic area or spinal cord
In some cases, erectile dysfunction is one of the first signs of
an underlying medical problem.
Psychological causes of erectile dysfunction
The brain plays a key role in triggering the series of physical events that
cause an erection, beginning with feelings of sexual excitement. A number of
things can interfere with sexual feelings and lead to — or worsen — erectile
dysfunction. These can include:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Stress
- Fatigue
- Poor communication or conflict
with your partner
The physical and psychological causes of erectile dysfunction
interact. For instance, a minor physical problem that slows sexual response may
cause anxiety about maintaining an erection. The resulting anxiety can worsen
erectile dysfunction.
Risk factors
A variety of risk factors can contribute to erectile dysfunction.
They include:
- Getting older. As many as 80 percent of men 75
and older have erectile dysfunction. Many men begin to notice changes in
sexual function as they get older. Erections may take longer to develop,
may not be as rigid or may take more direct touch to the penis to occur.
But erectile dysfunction isn't an inevitable consequence of normal aging.
Erectile dysfunction often occurs in older men mainly because they're more
likely to have underlying health conditions or take medications that interfere
with erectile function.
- Having a chronic health condition. Diseases of the lungs, liver,
kidneys, heart, nerves, arteries or veins can lead to erectile
dysfunction. So can endocrine system disorders, particularly diabetes. The
accumulation of deposits (plaques) in your arteries (atherosclerosis) also
can prevent adequate blood from entering your penis. And in some men,
erectile dysfunction may be caused by low levels of testosterone (male
hypogonadism).
- Taking certain medications. A wide range of drugs — including
antidepressants, antihistamines and medications to treat high blood
pressure, pain and prostate cancer — can cause erectile dysfunction by
interfering with nerve impulses or blood flow to the penis. Tranquilizers
and sleeping aids also can pose a problem.
- Certain surgeries or injuries. Damage to the nerves that control
erections can cause erectile dysfunction. This damage can occur if you
injure your pelvic area or spinal cord. Surgery to treat bladder, rectal
or prostate cancer can increase your risk of erectile dysfunction.
- Substance abuse. Chronic use of
alcohol, marijuana or other drugs often causes erectile dysfunction and
decreased sexual drive.
- Stress, anxiety or depression. Other psychological conditions
also contribute to some cases of erectile dysfunction.
- Smoking. Smoking can cause erectile
dysfunction because it restricts blood flow to veins and arteries. Men who
smoke cigarettes are much more likely to develop erectile dysfunction.
- Obesity. Men who are obese are much more
likely to have erectile dysfunction than are men at a normal weight.
- Metabolic syndrome. This syndrome is characterized by
belly fat, unhealthy cholesterol and triglyceride levels, high blood
pressure, and insulin resistance.
- Prolonged bicycling. Over an extended period, pressure
from a bicycle seat has been shown to compress nerves and blood flow to
the penis, leading to temporary erectile dysfunction and penile numbness.
Homeopathy
Treatment
If erectile
dysfunction is more than a temporary, short-term problem, Although you might
view erectile dysfunction as a personal or embarrassing problem, it's important
to seek treatment. Symptomatic Homeopathy treatment helps In most cases of erectile dysfunction
successfully treated with Homeopathy medicines.
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