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Erectile Dysunction (ED) or Impotence

What is ED / Impotence???

Erectile dysfunction (ED) occurs when a man has consistent and repeated problems sustaining an erection. Without treatment, ED can make sexual intercourse difficult.

It is a condition with profound psychological consequencies and may interefere with a man’s overall well-being, self-esteem and inter-personal relationships. ED is a common problem affecting all age groups but becomes more common with increasing age.

ED usually has something physical behind it, particularly in older men. Generally there is impairment of blood-flow or poor nerve conduction. But this does not mean growing older is the end of your sex life. ED can be treated at any age. It can have significant impact on the quality of life of sufferers, partners and families.

It's natural to feel angry or embarrassed when dealing with ED. But don't forget that your partner is also affected. Talking openly about ED will help your partner understand the diagnosis and treatment options. This will reassure your partner that you haven't lost interest.

Who gets ED???

Most men experience this at some point in their lives, usually by age 40. According to the Massachusetts Male Aging Study, about 40% of men experience some degree of ED at age 40 compared with 70% of men at age 70. And the percentage of complete ED increases from 5% to 15% as age increases from 40 to 70 years. But this does not mean growing older is the end of your sex life. ED can be treated at any age.
MECHANISM OF ED

An erection occurs when blood fills two chambers known as the corpora cavernosa. This causes the penis to expand and stiffen, much like a balloon as if it is filled with water. The process is triggered by impulses from the brain and genital nerves. Anything that blocks these impulses or restricts blood flow to the penis can result in ED.

CAUSES OF ED

Chronic Diseases

Chronic Diseases impair blood flow or nerve impulses throughout the body. The link between chronic disease and ED is most striking for diabetes.

→ Diabetes - Nearly one out of every two men with diabetes experiences ED.

→ Cardio-Vascular Disease

→ Atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries)

→ Kidney Disease
Lifestyle Choices

Lifestyle choices that impair blood circulation can contribute to ED. The following may damage the blood vessels and reduce blood flow to the penis. Smoking makes men with atherosclerosis particularly vulnerable to ED. Smokers have almost twice the risks of ED compared with nonsmokers.

→ Smoking

→ Excessive Drinking

→ Drug Abuse

→ Being overweight and getting too little exercise also contribute to ED.
Psychological Factors

Psychological factors may be to blame in 10% to 20% of men with ED.

→ Stress

→ Depression

→ Poor Self-Esteem

→ Performance Anxiety

It can short-circuit the process that leads to an erection. These factors can also make the problem worse in men whose ED stems from something physical. ED usually has something physical behind it, particularly in older men. Generally there is impairment of blood-flow or poor nerve conduction.

ED IS COMMON, DON’T BE EMBARASSED

SEEK HELP, TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR LIFE!!!

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