Darrick Robles Erectile dysfunction (or “erectile dysfunction”) is the inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for satisfactory sexual intercourse. The disorder must be present for at least 6 months and can affect young as well as older men. An erectile dysfunction can negatively affect the quality of life and well-being of the person affected and their partner.
Erectile dysfunction symptoms
The following symptoms can be present with an erectile dysfunction:
- Decreased penile rigidity during intercourse
- The inability to achieve an erection
- Lack of sexual desire
Causes of erectile dysfunction
Male sexual arousal is a complex process involving hormones, the psyche, emotions, and the nervous and vascular systems. Any disturbance in their function or composition can cause erectile dysfunction.
Diseases that can promote erectile dysfunction:
- Diabetes
- Heart disease (eg, heart failure, heart attack)
- high blood pressure
- Multiple Sklerose (MS)
- Kidney disease (e.g. renal insufficiency)
- Prostate tumors or previous prostate surgery
- Bladder tumors or previous bladder operations and much more
Mental and emotional factors that can be associated with erectile dysfunction:
- Pressure to perform during sexual intercourse
- depressions
- Low self esteem
- Stress
- Angst
- Insufficient sex education
- Previous traumatic experiences etc
Certain medications for the treatment of e.g. B. Blood pressure, depression, heartburn and allergies can lead to erectile dysfunction.
Diagnosis of erectile dysfunction
In order to make the diagnosis of erectile dysfunction, a detailed discussion about sexual behavior (e.g. presence of the physiological morning erection, masturbation, ejaculation, orgasm, sexual desire), previous illnesses (especially urological diseases and cardiovascular diseases), medication intake and psychosocial factors (e.g. stress at work, relationship problems). In addition, physical and laboratory tests must be carried out to rule out organic diseases.
When to seek help for erectile dysfunction
You should contact a doctor if:
- The erectile dysfunction lasts for a long time and causes you concern
- In addition to erectile dysfunction, other pre-existing conditions such as B. diabetes and high blood pressure
- Additional complaints arise
You can do this yourself if you have erectile dysfunction
Those affected can try the following suggestions and lifestyle changes to improve their situation:
- Talk to your partner about the problem with potency and about your desires during sexual intercourse
- Less smoking, better of course not at all
- alcohol view
- Weight reduction in obesity
- Regular physical activity (2 to 3 training sessions per week)
- avoid stress
- Creating a romantic atmosphere (e.g. regular date nights)
In some cases, penis pumps and cock rings can also show positive results.
A penis pump is a hollow cylinder that is placed on the penis and creates a negative pressure. Due to the negative pressure, more blood flows into the shaft of the penis, so that the penis becomes sufficiently rigid for sexual intercourse. To maintain the erection, a cock ring can be placed around the base of the penis. The two measures can also be used separately or in combination. However, they can sometimes be perceived as uncomfortable.
Treatment options for erectile dysfunction
There are already various preparations on the market that increase potency. They can cause various side effects (e.g. headaches, reddening of the skin and color vision disorders) and should only be used after consulting a doctor if you have a heart disease or are taking certain medications regularly. The doctor is the best contact person who can help you to choose a suitable therapy.
A new method in the treatment of erectile dysfunction is shock wave therapy. It inflicts small injuries on the shaft of the penis, which stimulate the formation of new blood vessels in the penis. This leads to increased blood flow to the penis and thus improves erectile function.
This is how Med-Healths can help with erectile dysfunction
Which therapy options are suitable for you? Are there certain medications that can have a positive effect on erectile dysfunction? What are the contraindications and side effects of potency-enhancing drugs? Are there other, non-drug measures that can bring about an improvement? How can you talk to your partner about the erection problem? You can discuss these and other questions with a doctor via our video consultation.
If necessary, the doctor can issue you with a referral to a urologist if the cause needs to be clarified.
