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ERECTION PROBLEMS: risk factors, how to lower the risk |
| Date Added: February 25, 2010 06:43:42 AM |
| Author: layura767 |
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| Many males have erectile dysfunction every now and then. Erectile dysfunction (ED, impotence) varies in severity. Some men are unable to achieve an erection, others have an inconsistent ability to achieve an erection, and however others can sustain only brief erections. But when erection problems become regular, they can adversely affect men's self-image, and sex life. Below are common risk factors specified by doctors. Age: Erectile dysfunction is commoner in men over 40. However, even younger males are reported to suffer from erectile dysfunction now and then. Vascular problems: Since the penis requires adequate blood flow to become erect, vascular disorders, or arteriosclerosis – are frequently to blame. Approximately half of men with diabetes that triggers a narrowing of vessels are estimated to have erection problems. High blood pressure or other blood vessel disorders, high cholesterol or low HDL (high-density lipoprotein) cholesterol put a man at risk of developing erectile dysfunction. Hormonal changes: Hormonal imbalances, triggered by thyroid problems and low testosterone levels, can badly affect erections. Nerve damage: Diabetes, multiple sclerosis, stroke, Parkinson's disease can adversely affect penile nerves and lead to erectile dysfunction. In addition, operation or radiation to the prostate, bladder, rectum or colon can interfere with nerve signals between the brain and sexual organs, thereby hampering erections. Side-effects of medicines and substance abuse: ABOUT 25% of men are estimated to suffer from erectile dysfunction brought on by some prescription medicines, such as medications used to treat hypertention and depression. Alcoholism, drug abuse and smoking adversely affect erections at any age. Psychological risk factors: Erections can be badly affected by depression, tension, fear of inability to please a sexual partner, relationship problems, major changes in life (breakup, redundancy, loss or death of a partner). How to lower the risk • To quit smoking • To stop taking drugs or abusing alcohol • To eat less fat food to keep the cholesterol level low • To lose weight (especially if you are obese), to have a healthy nutritious diet, and do exercises regularly in order to lower the risk of developing diabetes. • To treat high blood pressure • To minimize stress and anxiety by taking a more relaxed approach to love and by speaking to your intimate partner about your worries • To prolong sexual stimulation prior to sex to be able to achieve and sustain an erection, in particular as a male gets older. If you think you have erectile dysfunction, talk to your medical practitioner. He or she can give a piece of advice, treat and, if necessary, send you to a urologist, a medical practitioner who specializes in ED. |
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