Erectile dysfunction causes

If you’re one of the 20% of men in the UK who experience erection failure when sexually aroused, you’ll want to know what’s causing the problem and how to get through it without putting your sexual health in jeopardy. Erectile dysfunction is a term used to define the total inability to achieve an erection when a man is sexually stimulated, as well as the failure to keep an erection firm enough to have satisfactory sex. Also known as ED or impotence, erection problems of this kind are generally associated with older men but can be the result of a variety of other factors, including emotional stress, lack of interest in sex, reduced testosterone, underlying health problems, and drug and alcohol abuse.

Erection problems are nothing to stress over, in fact worrying will only make it worse. Read on to discover the reasons behind this common disorder and how to improve your condition.

The causes of erectile dysfunction can be grouped into two categories, psychological and physical. The problem can also be caused by a combination of the two. Psychological causes of erectile dysfunction, regardless of their severity, are more prevalent in men under 35.

Psychological causes of erectile dysfunction are:

• Stress, anxiety or guilt
• Depression
• Unresolved feelings regarding a person's sexual orientation
• Friction within a sexual relationship
• Sexual boredom
• Bereavement - the loss of a loved one is a common cause of impotence
• Mental fatigue and exhaustion

If you are aged 35 and above and frequently suffer with erection problems when sexually stimulated the problem is more likely to be physically-induced. Common physical causes of erectile dysfunction in men over 35 years of age are as follows:

• High blood pressure or high cholesterol
• An underlying health condition, such as diabetes or multiple sclerosis
• Injury or major surgery to the pelvic area
• Age - triggers changes in circulation and, in rare occasions, testosterone levels to fall
• Atherosclerosis - a hardening of the arteries in the penis
• Smoking, drug or alcohol abuse
• Side effects of medical treatment, such as medications used to treat blood pressure

How can I prevent erection problems from continuing?

Fighting the psychological causes of erectile dysfunction takes time and determination. Get plenty of sleep, try to avoid situations that will trigger an anxiety attack, and try talking openly about any problems in your relationship that may be causing you distress.

The simplest way to overcome physical causes of erectile dysfunction is to make changes to your lifestyle. Eat a healthy balanced diet, take regular exercise, avoid smoking heavily and excessive drinking whenever possible. Failing this, you should ask you doctor or healthcare provider about medicinal treatment.

Can I improve my condition with medicinal treatment?

Oral medication such as Viagra and Cialis are clinically proven to help impotent men keep firmer erections when aroused. Such treatment is prescribed to men who suffer from both psychological causes of erectile dysfunction and physical causes of erectile dysfunction. You can place an order for treatment at 121doc any time of day or night.