Overview- Erectile Dysfunction

Across the globe, around 30 million males are affected by a physical disorder called Erectile Dysfunction (ED).
Overview- Erectile Dysfunction
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Across the globe, around 30 million males are affected by a physical disorder called Erectile Dysfunction (ED). This physical disorder affects their sexual as well as personal lives. The word Erectile Dysfunction regards to a range of common disorders affecting the sexual health of men. It includes prolonged erection during intercourse, unsatisfactory erection, inappropriate curvature of the penis and premature ejaculation. Overall it refers to the inability to obtain a perfect erection for satisfactory sexual activity.

This disorder can occur to normal healthy looking men and at any age. In fact, in most cases it is quite normal to suffer from this disease once in a lifetime, but if it is a prolonged disorder then it is a must to consult a specialized physician. Erections may take longer to develop, may not be as rigid or may require more direct stimulation to be achieved. Men may also notice that orgasms are less intense, the volume of ejaculate is reduced and recovery time increases between erections.

Early indications

The signs developing an Erectile Dysfunction include:
  • Occasional inability to obtain a full erection

  • Lability to maintain an erection throughout intercourse


Factors Provoking Erectile Dysfunction
  • Nerve damage due to prolonged diabetes.

  • Cardiovascular disorders affecting the blood supply

  • Some particular medications

  • Spinal cord problems

  • Hormonal Disorders

  • Alcoholism, smoke and drugs of similar type.


Prevention -
Some very common steps one can take to ensure that they are not affected with this disorder:
  • Avoid alcohol, smoking, and other similar drugs.

  • Exercise regularly and counter stress

  • Get enough sleep.

  • See your doctor for regular checkups and medical screening tests.


Seeking Medical Advice

It is quite normal for men to experience this disorder once in lifetime but if Erectile Dysfunction lasts for a longer period of time then it is advised to see a doctor. The doctor or a specialist can help in determining the underlying cause for erectile dysfunction and in finding the right type of treatment.

By Antony Virgese
Published: 1/8/2006
 
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