Erectile Dysfunction

The term covers a range of erection problems including not being able to get an erection at all, or for not being able to maintain an erection during sexual activities.

For some men, erectile dysfunction can be a recurring problem, or it may only occur occasionally.

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What is erectile dysfunction (ED)?

It's being unable to get or sustain a prolonged erection for successful sexual intercourse.

Most men will experience erectile dysfunction occasionally, and usually it isn't a cause for concern.

If it's an ongoing issue however, that isn't normal. It can indicate underlying health conditions that might require treatment. It can also be an indicator of cardiovascular disease.

Saying that, whether you have underlying health conditions or not, if your inability to maintain an erection is affecting your mental health, your relationship, or it's causing you stress, it could be time to talk to a doctor.

If you're embarrassed about seeing someone in person, Pharmacy Online is a discreet service that can help you reverse your erectile dysfunction.

What is an erection?

During sexual stimulation, impulses from the brain and surrounding nerves relax the two erection chambers in the penis. These are made of sponge like muscle structures known as corpora cavernosa.

As the muscles relax, messages from the nerves increase blood flow to the penis, filling the spongy tissues. This increasing blood flow creates pressure in the penis, expanding it, straightening it and stiffening it, resulting in an erection.

How often someone with a penis gets an erection depends on multiple factors including age, hormone levels, lifestyle and if the person has an underlying health condition.

Why does erectile dysfunction happen?

Male sexual arousal is a complex process involving (but not limited to) hormones, the brain, stress levels, emotions, muscles, and blood vessels.

If any one of these things has a problem, it can result in erectile dysfunction (ED). And if the person is stressed about their inability to achieve an erection, it can make the situation worse.

Causes for erectile dysfunction can be both physical and psychological issues. For example:

Psychological causes

The brain controls our body, it's the central computer that oversees everything we do, both conscious and subconsciously.

It's responsible for triggering the process for causing an erection, and that begins with experiencing sexual excitement.

But so many things can impact sexual feelings, causing erectile dysfunction.

Common psychological causes of erectile dysfunction include:

-mental health conditions such as depression or anxiety
-stress related issues
-relationship problems
-worry about sexual performance

Physical causes

Common physical causes of erectile dysfunction include:

-cardiovascular disease such as clogged or blocked blood vessels (heart disease)
-high blood pressure
-medical conditions such as: diabetes / high cholesterol / metabolic syndrome / multiple sclerosis
-being overweight
-prescription drugs for example antidepressants, antihistamines, and medicines to treat high blood pressure
-smoking and tobacco use
-Peyronie's disease
-digestive and kidney diseases
-urinary tract infection
-illegal drugs
-surgery - such as prostate surgery or radiation therapy
-nerve damage injury
-too much alcohol

Symptoms of erectile dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction isn't just the inability to get an erection, it also includes not being able to maintain an erection, or reduced sexual urges.

ED can also occur alongside other sexual problems such as premature or delayed ejactualion.

How to diagnose erectile dysfunction

If you're embarrassed about seeing a health professional for your erectile issues, don't be. Doctors treat erectile dysfunction all the time. ED is one of the most common problems that men report to the physician.

Your doctor will ask questions about your medical history as well as enquire about your erection problems.

They may also give you a physical examination, they might order blood tests, or they could refer you to a Urologist.

Speak openly with the doctor and share anything that might be relevant including any drugs you take, if you smoke, drink, or have recent stressors in your life.

Knowing your history of ED will help the health provider deliver the most appropriate treatment options for you.

How is erectile dysfunction treated?

At first, your health care provider will seek to treat your erectile dysfunction with non-invasive treatments. Most of the well known oral medications work well and are safe.

Oral Medications

These are the most common treatment given. Oral drugs known as phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors are routinely prescribed first.

You might know these better as Viagra, Levitra or Stendra. These drug therapy works by increasing penile blood flow.

Testosterone replacement therapy

If you have low sex drive and your doctor orders blood tests and the test shows low testosterone levels, the doctor can prescribe testosterone therapy to bring your levels up to where they should be.

You might be prescribed oral medications alongside other treatments.

Vacuum erection device

This is a plastic sheath that is slipped over the flacid penis. A pump at the other end of the device creates a low pressure vacuum around the penis, resulting in an erection.

A plastic ring is then slipped onto the penis to keep the blood in the penis. It stays erect for up to 30 minutes.

Penile implant surgeries

If your doctor recommends you for surgical treatment, the main surgery is penile implant surgery or penile prosthesis.

These are devices placed inside the body that help make the penis erect, enabling normal sex.

Home remedies for erectile dysfunction (ED)

One of the best ways to treat erectile dysfunction is to prevent it from happening in the first place by making healthy lifestyle choices i.e. smoking cessation, reducing alcohol, not using illegal drugs, and working with a healthcare professional to manage existing physical and mental health conditions.

Regular exercise has also been shown to help men improve erectile function. An increase in exercise helps stimulate blood flow and increases blood circulation throughout the body

Complications of erectile dysfunction

While erectile dysfunction in itself isn't life threatening, continuous erectile dysfunction can result in an unsatisfying sex life, increased stress, low self esteem, and/or relationship problems.

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