Like the stock market or foreign automobile engines, erections are mysterious baggage that are considered private matters. If they are not approached, it can Can they be frustrating to say the least?
Decreased blood flow is commonly considered a condition of erectile dysfunction (ED) in older men, often due to the fact that the correct blood vessels delivering blood to the penis often narrow. For younger men, sensual problems are more frequently at base.
It happens to most men from time to time. But if it happens to you more than half the time when you have sex, consult your own doctor.
Do I have a problem between my ears?
Probably not; the vast majority of ED cases are caused by physiological problems alone or in combination with sensual problems.
Almost any disease that affects your nerves or blood vessels has the ability to cancel your ability to get an erection. High blood pressure, heart disease, confused sclerosis, kidney problems, diabetes. can They all lead to ed. Almost 50% or more of diabetics fall into this story.
Hormonal problems such as low testosterone levels. can Also remember this is more common in older men. Curing prostate cancer, including surgery and radiation, can be the culprit.
If erections occur during the day or while sleeping, the problem is probably not physical. Stress, anxiety, depression. can cause ED, too.
Talk to your doctor about your complaint. Maybe he or she wants to do some tests to know what is going on.
Can you blame your medications?
Probably. Some types of drug therapy, such as blood pressure medications (especially beta blockers) and some antidepressants can slow you down to get an erection.
If you think your meds are the cause of your problem, don’t stop elementary. Talk to your own doctor. Perhaps you should switch to something else or investigate the possibility of ED medications.
Can my lifestyle play a role?
Absolutely. You have an unhelpful weight, little to no exercise or smoke. all can Working against poor circulation considered key to erections.
For some men, a little alcohol helps to remove the preponderance. But as Shakespeare wrote, a very large quantity “causes desire, but deprives of views”.
The “reasons” you may have heard are just legends. Cycling and wearing impenetrable underwear does not cause erectile dysfunction.
How about my age?
Aging does not cause ED, but this problem is more common in older men. It may take longer to achieve an erection and require more contact and foreplay. According to the National Institutes of Health, 4 percent of men as young as 50 and almost 17 percent of men as old as 60 are unable to achieve an erection; 50 percent of men over the age of 75 suffer from this disease.
Treatments can We support men of all ages.
What can I do?
Experts agree that if you smoke, you should stop. Make sure your blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar are under control. Then talk to your doctor about your options.
ED medications – sildenafil (Revatio, Viagra), tadalafil (Adcirca, Cialis), vardenafil (Levitra, Staxyn) — can Often helps whether your task is considered performance anxiety or reconsideration of blood circulation.
Other variations to enhance response may include self-pressurization, vacuum devices, and subcutaneously implanted pressurized pumps.
If you have low testosterone, replacement therapy can help but does not necessarily resolve ED.
Counseling can It can help with business and sexual issues.
Keep your partner informed about your erection and healing issues. Impotence affects both of you.
Is ED treatment covered by insurance?
If you have a proven medical condition causing ED, insurance will usually cover at least part of the treatment. However, sexual therapies and medications not approved by the FDA are usually not covered. Contact your insurance company to inquire if your treatment is covered.
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