What is Erectile Dysfunction (ED)?

Erectile dysfunction, also known as impotence, is a condition where a man can’t get and/or maintain an erection, be it due to physical, emotional, or environmental factors. It’s a very common condition, particularly in older men, and it can be mild (where a man occasionally struggles to get and keep an erection) or complete (where a man is unable to get an erection at all).

What causes Erectile Dysfunction (ED)?

There are many factors that can cause impotence, the most common one being physical. This could possibly be down to an injury (to the penis or the spinal cord), or diseases. Risk factors can include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity and diabetes. your hormones may also play a part in Erectile Dysfunction. If you have a hormone disorder or low levels of testosterone, you could also notice symptoms of impotence.

Erectile dysfunction can also be brought on by medical treatments, If you do notice impotence after recently starting a new drug, then it’s possible that this is the cause and you may want to consult your doctor.

Not all physical causes are out of your control though, as smoking, and drinking alcohol all being linked to experiencing ED. As well as physical causes, in addition, mental and emotional factors could be contributing towards your Erectile Dysfunction, like depression, stress or anxiety, having relationship problems or struggling with low self-esteem. or having difficulty with communication can play big roles in causing impotence so it’s worth trying to work through any emotional issues if you notice symptoms or problems.

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