Erectile Dysfunction

When a man become sexually aroused, increase blood flow to the genital area readies the body for intercourse. The penis become enlarged and erect. In men with erectile dysfunction (ED), however, this physical response doesn't happen as it should. And this isn't just a one-time or occasional occurrence. In fact, occasional failure to become aroused or desiring sex less often that your partner is perfectly normal. Stress, fatigue and anxiety can affect the body's response to sexual stimulation.
Once thought to be a psychological condition, most causes of ED are now known to have a physical cause, such as disease, an injury or a side effect from a drug. Certain medications can interfere with the nerve signals that cause an erection.
Hardening of the arteries and high blood pressure can damage blood vessels and interfere with blood flow to the penis.
Smoking is a major risk factor for these conditions as well as for ED.
The American Medical Association estimates 95% of ED cases are treatable through one of the following measures.

• Drug therapy (Viagra, etc.)
• Psychotherapy
• Vacuum constriction device
• Penile injection therapy
• Intraurethral therapy
• Surgery

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