Erectile dysfunction causes, symptoms and prevention

Erectile dysfunction is the inability to get or maintain an erection firm enough to have sexual intercourse to ensure satisfactory sex for both partners. Also, it is sometimes referred to as impotence.
Occasionally, erectile dysfunction (ED) is common, many men experience it due to stress. However, ED is only considered a concern if satisfactory sexual performance has been impossible on a number of occasions for some time. It can therefore also be a sign of emotional or relationship difficulties that may need to be addressed.
Besides, treating an underlying condition is enough to reverse ED. Besides that, medications or other direct treatments might be needed.

Causes of erectile dysfunction

Likewise, for a male to achieve sexual arousal, it involves a complex process with the brain, hormones, emotions, nerves, muscles and blood vessels. Erectile dysfunction can result from a problem with any of these. Likewise, stress and mental health concerns can cause or worsen erectile dysfunction.
A combination of factors which can sometimes be either physical or psychological can cause erectile dysfunction. Physical causes of erectile dysfunction, common causes include:

• Most importantly alcoholism and other forms of substance abuse is the major cause.
• High blood pressure
• Diabetes
• Obesity
• Heart disease
• Clogged blood vessels (atherosclerosis)
• High cholesterol
• Surgeries or injuries that affect the pelvic area or spinal cord
• Stress
• Anxiety
• Aging

Even more, a number of things can interfere with sexual feelings and cause or worsen erectile dysfunction psychologically. These include:

• Firstly, Depression, anxiety or other mental health conditions
• Stress
• Relationship problems due to stress, poor communication or other concerns

Symptoms of ED

ED symptoms might include:

• Trouble getting an erection
• Difficulty maintaining an erection during sexual activities
• Reduced sexual interest

Additionally, you should talk to your doctor if you have any of these symptoms, especially if they have lasted for two or more months.
Complications resulting from ED includes:

• Lack of sexual desire
• Stress or anxiety
• Low self-esteem
• Relationship problems
• Inability to get your partner pregnant

Prevention

• First of all, void smoking and alcohol, and don’t use illegal drugs.
• Also, visit the hospital for regular checkups and medical screening tests.
• Furthermore eat healthy and exercise regularly.
• Additionally, take steps to reduce stress.
• Finally, get help for anxiety, depression or other mental health concerns.