Impotence in Young Men Treatment

The sexual disorder of impotence is also known as erectile dysfunction. As the name suggests, a man who is hit by this condition loses his ability to get or maintain an erection, that is good enough to take part in sexual intercourse. Occasional occurrences of this condition do not usually give rise to serious concerns. However, if it becomes an ongoing problem with a persistent nature of occurrence, then it sure does become a source of stress, which manifests itself with problems in relationships and even self-confidence of the affected individual. However, impotency, more than being a source of distress, is a symptom indicating that something may be severely amiss in the body.

The treatment of impotence may involve addressing any underlying medical cause. And if this does not help, doctors recommend the use of medications and other procedures that may help patients to cope with the condition.

Symptoms

The symptoms may occur with different severity in different people. In some people, the condition causes them to completely lose their ability to get any kind of erection. This may be regarded a symptom of complete inability. While there are people who even though manage to get an erection, cannot get it hard enough for penetration. This may be known as inconsistent ability. And there are cases wherein doctors have found that even if affected people are able to make a penetration, they eventually lose it. This is known as the symptom of brief erection. All these symptoms may also be accompanied by a low sex drive.

Causes

The causes of erectile dysfunction in young men are no different from in older adults, except some which might be more prevalent in the young population. Common medical conditions which are known to be the offenders include:

• Atherosclerosis
• Heart diseases
• Hypotension
• Low testosterone
• Diabetes
• Peyronie's disease
• Obesity
• Metabolic syndrome
• Parkinson's disease
• Multiple sclerosis

Apart from these, drug or alcohol abuse, and side effects of certain medications may also cause the problem of erection. Even surgery to treat prostate cancer, may be one of the causes.

As mentioned, there are causes of this condition, which seem to be more prevalent among youngsters. Most young men experience anxiety during indulging in sex for the first time, or a fear of ending up in causing pregnancy. All these psychological factors may cause them to lose erection. It has also been studied that most youngsters experience erectile problems after they put in the condom. Fatigue, depression and stress are the other important causes.

How to Overcome Impotence

Treatment of erectile dysfunction involves the use of medication, mechanical devices, surgery and even psychological counseling. Depending on the severity of the condition, the best treatment for impotence is decided.

Drugs
When there is a disturbance in the blood flow, it causes the inability to achieve erection. So to deal with this problem, patients are given drugs known as phosphodiesterase inhibitors. These drugs enhance the effect of nitric oxide in the body, which aid in relaxing the muscles in the penis. This in turn increases the blood flow, triggering an erection as a response to sexual stimulation. Commonly used medications include sildenafil (viagra), tadalafil (cialis) and vardenafil (levitra).

Mechanical Devices
One common and effective mechanical aid used for the treatment of impotence is what is known as a penis pump. As the name suggests, this device comprises a hollow tube with a pump. It is placed over the organ, and the pump is used to pull out the air inside the tube. This actions creates a vacuum and increases the blood flow to the penis thus, resulting in an erection. Once achieved, the person has to slip in a tension ring around the base, so as to hold in the blood and maintain a firm erection. The device has to be removed thereafter. The erection lasts for quite sometime and is enough for a couple to indulge in sexual intercourse.

Surgery and Psychological Counseling
The surgery may include penile implants, arterial surgery, and surgery of a blood vessel. If the underlying causes are determined to be related to stress, anxiety and other psychological factors, then it is recommended for the couple to visit a psychologist or counselor.

Shunning smoking would provide a great deal of benefit in coping with impotence. Regular exercises, maintaining healthy weight, and problems related to drug and alcohol are other areas which have to be focused on. And most importantly, working through relationship problems with your partner would make things a lot easier.