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Erectile Dysfunction Causes And Treatments

19 May 2022 by Dylan Owens

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common medical condition in which a man is unable to achieve or maintain an erection for sexual intercourse.

ED can affect the sufferers' quality of life in many ways. In some instances, it can cause depression, anxiety, and sleep problems. Still, a person may not even realize they have ED until they are in a relationship and their partner starts to feel neglected.

Here is a bit of information about the causes and available treatments for erectile dysfunction.

What Causes ED?

Although erectile dysfunction affects men of all ages, it can develop or worsen as a person grows older. Moreover, it may be caused by:

• Diabetes
• Heart disease
• Cancer
• Physical trauma
• Low testosterone levels
• Psychological disorders
• Drug use
• Heart disease

A lack of sleep may also increase your risk of having ED symptoms. In turn, ED can cause anxiety which makes it harder to fall asleep. This interdependent relationship has been found to exist on both psychological and biological levels. The biological effects of insomnia may make sufferers more anxious and cause them to have a harder time achieving orgasm and sexual pleasure.

How Can You Treat Erectile Dysfunction?

ED is often treated with psychotherapy, medication, or surgery. Psychotherapy can help ED sufferers deal with psychological issues that may be preventing them from having an erection. Medication can help increase testosterone levels and improve blood flow to the penile region, while surgery usually involves the implantation of a penile prosthesis, which may be inflated to cause an erection. Semi-rigid prostheses may be selected for surgical implantation instead of inflatable options.

In lieu of prescription medications or surgery, some patients choose herbal supplements and vitamins to treat ED. Commonly used supplements for the condition include:

• Ginkgo biloba
• Saw palmetto
• Vitamin E
• L-arginine
• L-citrulline

Nonetheless, there are also natural treatments for erectile dysfunction that don't include medication, surgery, or herbal supplementation. They include:

• Regular exercise
• Relaxation techniques to control stress levels
• Healthy diet

Additionally, there has been a substantial amount of research on the potential of medicinal marijuana to help ease symptoms associated with ED. The research suggests that medicinal marijuana may correct imbalances in levels of enzymes that are involved in the production of testosterone, a male hormone associated with sexual reproduction. It also suggests that medical marijuana may be beneficial for treating impotence.

To learn more about ED and its treatments, schedule a consultation with a health service such as Image Medical Weightloss Center.

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