One of the health problems that concern men especially when they reach the middle age is impotence or erectile dysfunction. This problem takes place when a man fails to gain or keep an erection during the entire sexual activity. Generally, impotence affects men who are aged 40 and above. Yet it can also occur to men at a younger age. According to a research concerning impotence, 50% of the male population from ages 40 up to 70 suffer impotence to a certain degree. Moreover, 1 out of ten men has a difficulty in achieveing erection.
Causes of Impotence:
There are many factors that can lead to erectile dysfunction. Among these causes are the following:
1. Damaged blood vessels or arteries of the penis - Defect of the blood vessels in the penis impedes the process of erection.
2. Nerve problems - Nerves play a role in the transmission of
messages necessary for erection. Damaged nerves then fail to send the messages and stimuli important for erection.
3. Anxiety - Depression and anxiety disrupts sexual excitement.
4. Diabetes - A certain chemical in the blood sugar contradicts the enzyme for erection.
5. Problems with the male hormones - Hormonal imbalance is also another underlying factor for erectile dysfunction
Effects of Impotence on Men:
Erectile dysfunction affects men in various ways. First, in terms of his sexual health, it deprives men of fulfilling their sexual function and at the same time denies them the satisfaction of their needs. Second, it also affects the sexual relationship of men with their partner. Because of impotence, men become incapable of satisfying the needs of their sexual partner. Consequently, this incapacity leads to a poor quality of sex life. Third, are the psychological effects of erectile dysfunction on men. Men's inability to engage into a good sex often lessens his self-confidence in front of his partner. Moreover, if the problem persists, it can also lead to depression.
Impotence is a problem which must be addressed immediately by men. Sex is an important element in a relationship. The reality is that a lot of relationships have been affected and threatened due to this sexual problem. Men who suffer from this problem must seek the help of a doctor. Moreover they must explain well their situation to their partner in order to be understood. In this way, they can cope with impotence without putting at risk their relationship.
