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Erectile Dysfunction
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Despite years
of progress and accumulated changes in the world view of
each generation, it is safe to say that sexual
dysfunctions are still a sensitive issue for men. Shame
and embarrassment made sexual dysfunction a taboo subject
in polite company for a long time, which gave it a
prominent position in the urban legends and endorsed
dozens of folk remedies of doubtful effectiveness.
 Modern
times have brought a certain change of attitude, but the
issue is still a touchy one and best left alone. The
launching of Viagra in the '90s and the huge marketing
campaign has shed some light on erectile dysfunction,
since men who found a solution in these pills are no
longer ashamed to admit their past problems.
Erectile dysfunctions have both physiological and
psychological causes. Many such causes are medically
reversible, others are not. Any condition that interferes
with the flow of blood through the body is bound to have a
negative impact on a man's sex life. Diabetes is a good
example of a disease hampering blood flow, as are kidney
diseases, chronic alcoholism and multiple sclerosis.
Men suffering from heart conditions or high blood pressure
know that the drugs they take to avoid strokes are
detrimental to what is known as a healthy sex life.
Physical injury to the penis, spinal cord, prostate,
bladder, pelvis or the nerves and arteries ear the penis
and which are responsible for erections can be a factor
causing erectile dysfunction.
On the psychological side, depression and the drugs
associated with it interfere with erections. The same goes
for feelings of anxiety, insecurity, low self-esteem and
shame. Stress is another major cause of temporary erectile
dysfunction, especially in today's world. A history of
erectile dysfunction also triggers patterns of depression
and inadequacy that lead to further sexual failures.
All these physiological and psychological problems are
compounded by vices. Heavy consumption of alcohol, tobacco
or drugs is extremely bad for the cardiovascular system.
Tobacco clogs the arteries and disrupts the flow of blood,
while alcohol consumption makes it harder for a man to
achieve both erection and orgasm.
Since the issue is very sensitive, it is impossible to
know how many men suffer from this dysfunction. It has
been estimated that about 5 percent of 40-year-old men and
25 percent of 65-year-old men suffer from erectile
dysfunction. The first major step to treating erectile
dysfunction is to acknowledge the problem and to seek
help. The second major step is to identify which approach
suits the patient best.
If the problem stems from feelings of depression and
stress, then the patient should turn for a while to a life
of relaxation, physical activity and socializing. Going to
the gym or running in the park is a wonderful way to drive
depression away because of both the physical exertion and
socializing components involved.
Working out is also a good way to strengthen the
cardiovascular system and improve blood flow. If the cause
is a disease that hinders the flow of blood, doctors are
likely to consider the use of vacuum devices or surgically
implanted prostheses in order to achieve erection.
People suffering from diabetes have few other options and
have to turn to devices. But most people can get by with
drugs that promote the flow of blood to the penis. Viagra,
Levitra and Cialis are already famous for their effects,
although men suffering from heart conditions should see a
physician before touching the stuff.
Other pills, like ProSolution Pills, are less radical in
approach, but nearly as effective as the three brands
mentioned above. Those who like a natural solution that
has the advantage of originality, can also try penis
exercises, like those made popular by the Penis Health
program, to stimulate the flow of blood without any drugs
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