What is Erectile Dysfunction?
Erectile Dysfunction (ED) is the inability to achieve or maintain a penile erection sufficient to complete satisfactory intercourse or any other chose sexual activity.
- Not able to obtain or to maintain an erection
- Experience gradual decrease or sudden decrease in erections
- Obtain erection in certain conditions
- Have some history of success with completing intercourse in the past but currently experience impotence problems
Causes of Erectile Dysfunction?
1. Aging: Erection normally becomes less strong with
aging and gradual decline is normal
2. Medical conditions:
- Impact of Physical illness:
Diabetes, cardiovascular problems, Surgery in prostate
and bladder, spinal cord injury, stroke and etc
Medication including some for high blood pressure interfere with blood flow to the penis, which may lead
to ED
Stress, depression and relationship issue would lead to ED. Men who are experiencing performance anxiety and who are worrying about their erections may result in ED3. Life style issues: For example smoke and drink alcohol excessively
