Traumatic Causes.

Trauma or injury to the penis, spinal cord, prostate, bladder, and pelvis can lead to erectile dysfunction by harming nerves, smooth muscles, arteries, and fibrous tissues of the corpora cavernosa. Bicycle riding for long periods has also been implicated as a cause of erectile dysfunction.

Some types of prostate or bladder surgery. Surgery of the colon, prostate, bladder, or rectum may damage the nerves and blood vessels involved in erection.

Medications.

A great variety of prescription medication are known to cause or contribute to erectile dysfunction:

blood pressure medication (especially beta-blockers)
heart medication
antihistamines
antidepressants
tranquilizers
antipsychotics
anticonvulsants
appetite suppressants
anti-ulcer medications
sleeping pills

Psychological conditions.

Experts believe that psychological factors cause 10 to 20 % of erectile dysfunction cases. Anxiety and guilt are the most common psychological causes of erectile dysfunction. Depression, worry, stress, low self-esteem, and fear of sexual failure all contribute to loss of libido and erectile dysfunction.

Substance abuse.

Alcoholism. Drinking too much alcohol interferes with the production of the male hormone testosterone, which can reduce libido.

Smoking is considered an important risk factor for erectile dysfunction because it is associated with poor blood circulation and its impact on cavernosal function.

By Yury Bayarski, Source: on-line-tribune-health.blogspot.com

Erectile dysfunction, also called “impotence”, is one of the most common health problems affecting men. Erectile dysfunction can be a total inability to achieve erection, an inconsistent ability to do so, or a tendency to sustain only brief erections. Chronic ED affects about 5% of men in their 40s and 15-25% of men by the age of 65. Transient ED and inadequate erection affect as many as 50% of men between the ages of 40 and 70.

There is much hope thanks to modern medicine and techniques.

Causes

Erectile dysfunction has many underlying physical and psychological causes. Most men with physical causes usually have an associated psychological component. Underlying conditions of erectile dysfunction include the following:

Physical health conditions

Problems with the nervous system can affect the transmission of signals from the brain to the blood vessels in the penis. This occurs in conditions including multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury and Parkinson’s disease. The nerves involved in sexual arousal can also be damaged in surgery to the pelvic area, such as removal of the prostate.

Vascular diseases account for nearly half of all cases of erectile dysfunction in men older than 50 years. These include atherosclerosis, veno-occlusive disease, peripheral vascular disease, arterial hypertension, history of heart attacks, blood vessel trauma, high cholesterol levels.

Systemic diseases associated with erectile dysfunction: Diabetes mellitus is a major cause of erection problems (about 60% of men with diabetes experience erectile dysfunction), scleroderma, kidney failure, liver cirrhosis, hemachromatosis, dyslipidemia, hypertension.

Neurologic diseases. Problems with the nervous system can affect the transmission of signals from the brain to the blood vessels in the penis. Diseases that affect the nervous system and are commonly associated with erectile dysfunction include: multiple sclerosis, spinal cord and brain injuries, parkinson’s disease, alzheimer’s disease, epilepsy, Guillain-Barre syndrome.

Respiratory disease associated with erectile dysfunction include: chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, sleep apnea

Conditions of the penis: Peyronie’s disease (a rare inflammatory condition that causes scarring of erectile tissue), epispadias, priapism, Infections.

By Yury Bayarski, Source: on-line-tribune-health.blogspot.com

Parents are wondering whether circumcision is an essential procedure for their child. Some countries are practicing this act and others are not. However, there are some parents who want their sons to be circumcised for religious, social and cultural reasons.

 Following every circumcision, the tip of the penis may seem red or yellowish. If there is a bandage, it should be changed on a regular basis in order to reduce the danger of becoming contaminated. Some says that petroleum jelly should be used in order to remain the bandage from sticking. A plastic ring is usually used instead of a bandage.

Is it true that high blood pressure can cause erectile dysfunction? Oh no!

Majority of the common causes of Erectile Dysfunction are the medical conditions, specific medications and even lifestyle habits. These factors can actually affect the ability of the blood to flow through the penile tissues (so better be careful!)

It is known that hypertension or high blood pressure has no real symptoms. Men and women who have this condition don’t even have an idea that they are already suffering from it. Because of this, a lot of people are unaware so they are left untreated which sadly results to stroke, heart disease and yes, erectile dysfunction.

Men will always be men. More or less, they are shying away to seek for medical help or sex therapist and be upfront regarding Erectile Dysfunction.  A reason why they are finding ways for other treatment which does not need a regular session but at the same time is effective as well.

 In Chinese medicine, Acupuncture is a medical practice or procedure that treats illness or provides local anesthesia by insertion of needles at exact sites of the body. The needles stimulates the body’s capability to resist or overcome illnesses and conditions by correcting “imbalances.” In some studies, it helped some men with Erectile Dysfunction.

Most medical experts agree that a healthy balanced diet is very crucial in achieving good health.
It is the first step in being fit as it will cause you to lose weight and your body will feel better inside and out.

Aside from these benefits proper diet also helps in avoiding impotence as well as boosting your sex life.

Foods that are considered as aphrodisiacs such as oysters or chocolate causes a temporary increase in libido, but a healthy diet can help you achieve more than that. Erectile dysfunction is mainly caused by lack of energy and stamina, too much stress and what we eat greatly affects these things.

Kegels exercise is a work out invented by Dr. Arnold Kegel which involves contracting pelvic muscles. This is a proven method in strengthening male erections as well as preventing premature ejaculation. Scientists also say that this can help reduce the risk of erectile dysfunction
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The Pelvic Floor Muscles are the same muscles used to control urination.

n Kegels Exercise are usually done in sets wherein pelvic floor muscles are contracted and released repeatedly.

Here are a few methods:

Quick pumps

Try doing 15 reps of quick pumps, rest for half a minute and repeat. From 15 you can increase the number of reps as you can.

Hold and release
Contract the Pelvic floor muscles slowly and hold or 5 seconds, release gradually. Do at least 25 reps two times a day.

The Elevator
Slowly contract the muscles 1/3 of the way, pause, and then 2/3 of the way, pause, then all the way. Do 10 reps twice a day.