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Erection Problems
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is commonly associated with the inability of a man to achieve or maintain an erection for sexual needs. It is estimated that millions of people living in Europe suffer from erectile dysfunction. Many men in their 40’s experience erection problems. Men who suffer from erectile dysfunction are psychologically affected by it.
Erectile dysfunction can be mild to severe. Some people show complete erectile impotence, while others show partial erectile problems. There are many cases where patients suffering from frequent erectile dysfunction show signs of anxiety, often leading to inferiority complex.
Causes:
Prevalence of disorder increases with age. There are various causes of erectile dysfunction like:
- · Diseases such as diabetes, kidney disease, alcoholism, and atherosclerosis are responsible for chronic ED seen in 50 percent of ED cases between the ages of 40-70 within United Kingdom
- · Transient ED and inadequate erection is seen in 20-30 percentages of cases. It’s leading cause is stress, anxiety and depression
Studies suggest that elevated blood pressure, high cholesterol, and cigarette smoking can interfere with the normal functioning of muscle cells within penis.
Premature ejaculation is a part of erectile dysfunction. Premature ejaculation is a condition where the process of arousal, erection, ejaculation, and climax occur speedily. The duration of the entire process lasts few minutes or even seconds. Premature ejaculation often leaves the partner unsatisfied. Premature ejaculation is usually associated with impotence.
Diagnosis:
Your doctor will investigate the persistence of ED. He will examine the underlying causes and may recommend following tests:
- · Urinalysis, it indicates underlying problem of renal disease.
- · Lipid profile and blood glucose levels to check cholesterol levels and blood glucose levels
- · Testosterone levels for measuring testosterone levels
- · Prostate specific antigen tests are conducted to detect prostate cancer
Treatment:
Following treatments will help you to repair erectile dysfunction.
- · Your doctor may advise you to take medicines like Viagra, or Levitra (Vardenafil) 5mg Tablets.
- · Depending upon the severity and underlying medical condition, your doctor may inject medicine in corpora cavernosae or suggest vacuum constrictive devises designed for penis
- · Penile prostheses and psychotherapy
- · Angiotensin receptor blockers such as Cozaar and Diovan decreases erectile dysfunction by accelerating sexual appetite and improving overall sexual performance.
- · Many doctors prescribe Cialis 10mg Tablets, it increases the flow of blood within penis
Improving lifestyle helps a lot. Avoid smoking, limit excess intake of alcohol, and optimizing blood glucose levels will help in the overall improvement of the health.
