The inability get an erection, and keep it firm enough for coitus is known as Erectile Dysfunction. Erection trouble may occur from time to time and are not a cause for worry usually. Though, if erectile dysfunction becomes a continuous issue, it can have multiple impacts on the personality and behaviour of the person. it can cause relationship problems, stress, it can cause low self-esteem etc.
Sometimes problems in keeping an erection or getting one, for that matter, can be a sign of some underlying health conditions which might be demanding treatment. It can be as severe as the risk for heart problems.
If the erectile dysfunction continues or gets prolonged, you must talk to your sexologist in Delhi. In the majority of the cases treatment of the causes of erectile dysfunction is enough to reverse the condition. In other cases direct treatments, therapies and all medications might be needed.
Symptoms
Some of the symptoms of the erectile dysfunction may include constant:
- Reduction in the sexual Desire
- Trouble in getting and erection
- Trouble in keeping and erection
Causes
Arousing a male sexually is a complicated process that connects muscles, hormones, nerves, blood vessels, brain and emotions. If any of these have a problem, it can result in Erectile Dysfunction. Mental health issues such as stress can worsen the situation.
Sometimes psychological and physical issues causes erectile dysfunction too. For example there might be physical condition that slows the sexual response and causes write about maintaining the erection. This anxiety can further worsen the problem of erectile dysfunction.
Psychological Causes
Feelings of sexual excitement are the starting point to cause erection. The brain plays an important role in inducing the series of physical events that cause an erection. There are many aspects that can interfere with the sexual feelings of a man and can worsen or cause erectile dysfunction.
Some aspects include the below:
- Stress
- Depression
- Anxiety or other mental health conditions
- Problems in relationships because of poor communication, stress etc.
Risk factors that induce erectile dysfunction are as follows:
With the advance in age, the quality of erections that a man gets might deteriorate. He might need a more direct touch to keep his penis erect.
There are multiple risk factors that can contribute to the condition of erectile dysfunction some of which are as follows:
- Being obese or overweight
- Medical treatments like radiotherapy for cancer, prostate surgery etc.
- Conditions such as diabetes, heart conditions, etc.
- Some injuries such as those which damage arteries and nerves that control erections
- Alcohol and drug abuse specifically if it’s long term
- Use of tobacco which overtime causes restriction in blood flow to the arteries and veins.
- Some medications which include antihistamine, treatment of prostate conditions, pain killers, antidepressants, medications to treat high blood pressure etc.
Physical Causes:
Some of the common physical causes of erectile dysfunction are as follows:
- High blood pressure
- Heart diseases
- Atherosclerosis or coagulated blood vessels
- High cholesterol
- Obesity
- Diabetes
- Use of tobacco
- Multiple sclerosis
- Metabolic syndrome
- Parkinson’s disease
- Certain prescribed medications
- Sleep disorders
- Substance abuse and alcoholism
- Development's scar tissue inside the penis
- Medical treatment for prostate problems– enlarged prostate and prostate cancer
- Low testosterone levels
- Injuries and surgeries that impact the spinal cord or pelvic area.
Complications
Complications occurring from erectile dysfunction can cause an uproar in the personal life of the couple; it might impact the professional life as well. Some of the complications that can occur due to due to erectile dysfunction are as follows:
- Self esteem issue i.e. having low self esteem
- The inability get the partner pregnant
- Problems in relationships
- Embarrassment
- Anxiety and stress
- No satisfaction in the sex life
Prevention
“Prevention is better than cure” is an age-old phrase that has been true till date. Erectile Dysfunction can be prevented by using certain measures and choosing healthy options for the lifestyle.
- Go for regular health checkups and regular screening medical screening test
- Talk to your sex specialist doctor in Delhi about managing chronic health conditions such as heart problems, diabetes etc.
- Stop drug abuse. Smoking, alcohol and illegal drugs take a toll on the body.
- Regular exercise can help in managing weight as well as stress.
- Seek help for mental health concerns such as depression, stress and anxiety.
Treatment
Treatment of erectile dysfunction can include various ways and therapies. Some of which are listed following:
- Medicines:
Doctors might prescribe some medicine that can help with the testosterone level of the body, and help in increasing the blood flow to the penis.
- Penile Prosthesis:
Doctors may also recommend this option depending on your condition as the side effects of medicines, body not responding to medicines etc..Sex specialist doctor in Delhi consider this mode of treatment is considered as Irreversible, permanent, safe and effective. The duration of the state of this treatment is approximately 12 years.
- Counseling:
Sometimes counseling helps more in the long run. counseling prevents stress, helps to find out solutions to the problems, it also allows a change in the pattern of one’s thinking.
- Vacuum Erection Device [VED]:
This method involves creation of a controlled negative pressure on penis by fitting a plastic cylinder over it. This allows the blood retention in the penis which ultimately leads to erection. This makes use of a ring which is fixed at the base of the penis for a maximum of 30 minutes. You must remove the ring before the time period as it might damage your penis after that.
- Intrapenile Injection:
This makes use of a very thin needle and a Vasoactive drug which needs to be followed by the penile stimulation. It needs to be injected before initiating sex. It can be dangerous if it don't use properly.
Conclusion
Nowadays due to lifestyle problems and stress issues a lot of couples are facing problems in their personal relationships including their sexual life. Erectile dysfunction is one such problem that might occur due to various reasons that may include psychological and medical aspects to it.
Dr Chirag Bhandari Is the best sexual specialist doctor in Delhi for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. He uses a State of the Art And Wellness Centre dedicated to male reproductive health.