If you suffer from erectile dysfunction you should know that although causes may vary and it doesn’t have to be irreversible or severe, it could also be the sign of a more serious underlying condition.
Many men experience ED at some point in their lives, even if they refuse to admit and address the problem. However, not addressing this issue as early as it’s noticed can cause intense personal distress and put a relationship in jeopardy. Since most cases of ED are treatable, not treating it early causes an absolutely unnecessary stress in all the parts involved, which is why couples dealing with ED are urged to seek out professional health.
Unfortunately, sometimes ED is not a condition in itself but instead a symptom of a more serious medical issue. Erectile dysfunction could be a hinting a heart problem since as you know, blood vessels in the heart and penis are similar. Whilst the blood vessels in the heart are 3 cm wide, the ones in the penis are 1cm wide but if you have any arterial plaque buildup the narrower blood vessels will get blocked first, which will have a negative impact on your ability to have and maintain an erection.
Diabetes is another risk factor and potential cause of ED. Sugar levels must be maintained in check to avoid nerve and blood vessel damage in the body. People suffering from diabetes often present other medical conditions such as excess weight, obesity, hypertension and of course ED. Additionally, regular smokers experience ED more often than non-smokers.
Multiple Sclerosis is another potential underlying condition that manifest itself in its early stage as ED. MS causes nerve damage, pain and impaired coordination due to the damages it causes to the nerves of the spinal cord, which might interrupt the communication between the brain and the sexual organs.
Nowadays, erectile dysfunction is more prevalent than ever before and the incidence, is in fact rising amongst men under 50 years old. In some cases the effects of andropause or male menopause have been registered in men as young as 30 years old. Some of the reasons for this condition rising and aggravating include stress, poor nutrition, work pressure and leading an unhealthy lifestyle.
If you are experiencing ED, it is of utter importance that you address the issue as early as possible by consulting a medical professional that specialises in ED who can point you in the right direction and identify a potential underlying condition that might have a more serious impact on your overall health.
Of course, your medical history, current lifestyle and age the causes behind your ED may vary and therefore, the treatment too. Depending on the causes of your ED you might receive some kind of oral medication, therapy, intrapenile injections or others.
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