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Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile Dysfunction Definition

It's interesting that many men just aren't certain what erectile dysfunction is, what it means, and what it doesn't mean.

The easiest definition is that erectile dysfunction is the inability of the man to maintain a strong erection long enough to have sex. That's the simple version.

However, for many men, it can be a bit more complicated.

Fact: ED Is Normal

First of all, you need to understand that having troubles with impotence occasionally is completely normal. Every man will face this problem at some point in their lives.

Erectile dysfunction is often defined as:

• An inability to maintain an erection
• The tendency to maintain only brief erections
• The inability to be consistent in erections

It's when it becomes more of the norm than a fluke that you want to become concerned. If you've noticed that your erections aren't as hard as they used to be or that you're having troubles becoming firm, this isn't just something to accept – this is a problem to address.

Though ED can be seen as normal, it can also be avoided with the proper information.

Fact: ED Is Not Taboo Anymore

There used to be a time when impotence or erectile dysfunction was a taboo topic – but this is not the case anymore.

With more ED drugs available and regular commercials and advertisements for ED medications, erectile dysfunction has become another condition that modern medicine has been entrusted to treat.

You shouldn't feel ashamed to talk to your partner or to your doctor about erectile dysfunction. Creating open communication about ED and solving the problems of ED will allow your personal relationships a chance to blossom. And you will feel stronger and more self-assured as you take control.

In the end, you're helping yourself and your partner get more out of life as a result.

Fact: ED Is Not Premature Ejaculation

Do not become confused by the other sexual problem that are out there – like premature ejaculation. Many men see this as impotence too, but true erectile dysfunction focuses solely on the erection and whether it can be maintained or not.

Premature ejaculation occurs when a man can still have an erection, but he simply has an orgasm too quickly for his and his partner's liking.

While this is an issue, it is not erectile dysfunction.

That said, there are some people who face premature ejaculation who then have troubles with ED. But it's generally not seen the other way around.

Fact: ED Is Not as Common as You Think

One thing to keep in mind is that erectile dysfunction is not all that common at all. While there are many men who suffer from this condition, here are some statistics to keep in mind:

• By 1999, about 22.3 visits out of 100 to one's primary care doctor by men were for erectile dysfunction and other sexual problems – NAMCS.

• 5% of all men around the age of 40 will experience ED.

• 15 – 25% of men around the age of 65 will experience ED troubles.

But when you stop to look at these figures, you can see just how low they actually are.

The physical process that an erection goes through is one that many men do not understand, which often leads to misunderstandings about ED and how it happens.

Fact: ED Happens Because Of Blood Flow Issues

Here's what you need to know.

Within the penis are two chambers filled with a spongy tissue. This tissue includes things like veins, arteries, smooth muscles, and other tissues.

When a man is stimulated visually or emotionally, the brain tells the muscles of these chambers to relax, thus letting the penis fill with blood. This blood flow will cause the penis to become erect.

During the orgasm, the muscles are contracted, allowing the blood flow to reverse and release the actual erection.

The problem with ED is that something happens to disrupt the blood flow to the penis, causing the erection to be less than firm or to be nonexistent. This can be due to a physical issue or an emotional issue – we'll cover that in a moment.

Fact: ED Is Treatable

What you might not realize (yet) is how many treatments and therapies are available right now. While we're all pretty familiar with the little blue pill, this is just one of the many different ways you can help your body achieve an erection.

Even if the first treatment doesn't work for you, there are other ways to manage ED and to ensure you have a satisfying sex life.

You need to remember that there are treatments like:

• Medications
• Relaxation techniques
• Supplements
• Surgeries
• Lifestyle changes

All of these or just a few of these can work together to ensure your penis is ready for that 'right moment.'

Fact: ED Is Not Your Fault Or Anyone Else's Fault

Something you need to keep in mind right now is that erectile dysfunction isn't your fault in any way, shape, or form.

In the end, ED is something that is treatable or manageable, but it is not a condition that responds to blame. While there many be lifestyle factors that play into your risk of ED, chances are good that you didn't know it before.

And now you will.

You can stop blaming yourself and others for your erectile dysfunction and just focus on changing your life.

This is an issue that simply just happens from time to time. You aren't necessarily able to control it or to stop it when you're unaware of how you might help the situation.

Something else you might want to keep in mind as you are looking for help with erectile dysfunction is to realize that this issue isn't something that's hopeless. Even though you've probably begun to understand this, it's something the bears repeating.

Right now, realize that you can change your sexual problems into sexual successes. Now, let's get started.
 

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