Erectile dysfunction (impotence) is a pathological process caused by the physical inability of the penis to achieve and maintain a state of sexual excitement for as long as it takes for the complete act of sexual intercourse.
There is an opinion that sexual impotence is a disease associated with aging that marks the end of any intimate life.However, such a claim is fundamentally incorrect, because each person has his own natural reserve of abilities, which can be reduced under the influence of various external factors, so it is possible and necessary to fight against this problem.
Causes of impotence in men
Erection is a rather complex physical process, which represents a whole series of reactions that follow one after the other.A healthy body spends less than a minute to complete the entire necessary algorithm.The time during which a man is able to maintain sexual tension is determined individually, taking into account the characteristics of each individual case.
The appearance of erectile dysfunction in men can manifest itself not only as an independent disease, but also as a symptom of another deep chronic pathology.
There are many negative factors that affect the course of both the entire cycle as a whole and its individual parts necessary to maintain the penis in a state of stable erection:
- psychological disorders and injuries;
- chronic fatigue;
- various diseases that affect the reduction of sexual activity in men;
- alcohol consumption, tobacco smoking and drug use;
- inflammation and mutilation of male genitalia;
- side effects of drugs;
- disrespect for the culture of natural sex and the frequent use of its artificial substitutes.
Psychological impotence is manifested under the influence of constant stress and nervous instability, most often in young, strong and physically healthy people.As a rule, it is temporary and disappears as unexpectedly as it appears.
The erection itself and the accompanying sexual intercourse require the expenditure of a large energy resource.Consequently, its absence or partial depletion entails a decline in erectile ability.
The state of the body's arterial and venous system has a direct impact on the physical structure of the male penis at the moment of sexual tension and on the duration of sexual intercourse.Thus, atherosclerosis, abnormalities associated with cerebral circulation disorders and diabetes mellitus can cause problems in intimate life.But the main risk group are men with various inflammations of the genitourinary system, especially in advanced forms.
Too frequent use of masturbation as a way to relieve sexual tension leads to stagnation of sperm in the testicles, reducing their activity and, as a result, causing impotence.
Decreased testosterone
Testosterone is a hormone that is the main natural mechanism for maintaining male health.Meanwhile, its content in the blood and the rate of production can be reduced under the influence of various endocrine disorders, disorders in the functioning of liver cells, resulting in a lack of material for testosterone reproduction.Disruption of fat metabolism, in the presence of excess body weight, also negatively affects hormone production.
Drug addiction, alcoholism and tobacco smoking, which serve as a source of accumulation of harmful substances and toxins, contribute to the emergence of erectile dysfunction.Thus, the abuse of alcoholic beverages, tobacco and narcotic products deals a double blow to male potency, reducing testosterone production and negatively affecting the cardiovascular system of the body as a whole.
It should also be noted that there are drugs that significantly reduce sexual desire due to the components they contain.
Symptoms of impotence
Impotence is primary, if an erection does not appear in boys from an early age, and secondary, if it weakens over time or disappears completely.
They also distinguish physiological, acquired and age-related, which develops with age, sexual impotence.
The following symptoms may be cause for concern:
- lack of sexual desire in men;
- the inability of a man to achieve a stable erection in the presence of strong psychological excitement;
- the degree of elasticity of the penis is not enough to insert into the vagina;
- impossibility of performing friction actions in the time period required for full sexual intercourse;
- under optimal conditions for most, a man cannot achieve an orgasmic state;
- morning and night spontaneous erections are absent.
If the presence of at least one of the above-mentioned symptoms is detected, it is necessary to undergo a specialist examination, because the earlier the disease is detected, the easier it is to cure.
Diagnostic procedures for impotence aimed at determining the cause of the disease, searching for methods to continue a full sexual life and the necessary remedy for impotence.
Hormone testing helps determine the amount of estrogen, prolactin, testosterone and LH (luteinizing hormone) produced in the body.Ultrasound and X-ray of the vascular system can detect circulatory disorders in the penis.The list of necessary measures includes a visit to a psychologist and self-monitoring of morning and nighttime spontaneous erections.
Treatment of erectile dysfunction
There are two ways of fighting male disease: classic (treatment with drugs and vacuum stimulation), surgical (surgical intervention).In the presence of mechanical damage to the vessels and arteries of the genital organ, their restoration is carried out surgically.
Choosing drugs to treat impotence is not an easy task.Because before issuing a prescription, you need to accurately determine the cause of the disease.If it is based on negative changes in blood vessels, then drugs will be used to lower blood cholesterol, along with a special diet.Reducing the elasticity of the veins requires a different approach.In case of low testosterone level, tablets containing this hormone are prescribed.
Currently, inhibitors are very popular.They artificially cause an erection and are effective in rapidly increasing potency in men.
Impotence associated with mental disorders and phobias requires many hours of sessions with a psychotherapist.Treatment of such patients is carried out by increasing tactile contacts and foreplay time, removing internal blocks and sexual therapy.
Prevention of impotence
The basis for maintaining sexual health is the normalization of lifestyle, renunciation of bad habits and promiscuity, proper intimate and moral relations with a partner, and regular sexual activity.You should stop using coitus interruptus as the only method of contraception and masturbation as a substitute for full intercourse.
Herbal preparations with a high content of vitamin E, which contain pomegranate, golden root, Chinese lemongrass and other useful ingredients, will have a good preventive effect and strengthen intimate health.
At the same time, you should not forget about regular examinations by specialists, and if you have the slightest doubt about the viability of men, immediately consult a doctor, urologist or andrologist.
Erectile dysfunction is a complex disease, so the earlier the disease is detected, the shorter the road to men's health.