How to deal with Erectile dysfunction (ED)  

By Andrew Anongu, Dailyhealth

Erectile dysfunction, or ED, is when a man can't get or keep an erection that's strong enough for sex. It's like having trouble with a part of your body that needs to work during intimate moments. About 1 in 10 adult guys have this problem for a long time. ED is not something that's normal, and it usually happens because of other issues in the body. It can affect how a man feels during sex, like not feeling interested or having problems with finishing.  

Sometimes men might not be able to get an erection because of things like stress, being tired, or relationship issues. It's okay if this happens occasionally, but if it's happening more than half the time, there might be a problem that needs treatment.

ED doesn't have to happen just because someone is getting older. Even older men can have erections and enjoy sex.

ED can be caused by different things, like problems with blood flow to the penis, issues with nerves, feeling stressed or sad, or even injuries. Some medical conditions, medicines, and surgeries can also lead to ED.  

Some medicines can make it hard for men to get or keep an erection, 

Even though these medicines might help with a different health problem, they can affect things in your body that relate to getting an erection.

If you're having trouble with ED because of a medicine you're taking, don't stop taking it without talking to your doctor. If the problem continues, your doctor might be able to give you a different medicine.

Some common medicines that could lead to ED as a side effect include those for high blood pressure, allergies, depression, and Parkinson's disease. There are also some drugs that are used for fun but can hurt your ability to get an erection, like alcohol, cocaine, and marijuana. These drugs can harm your body and the blood vessels that help with erections.  

Sometimes, when a man has trouble getting or keeping an erection (ED), he might also feel sad or frustrated. This could lead to a condition called depression. Men with ED might feel less confident or even like they're not as much of a man. These feelings can sometimes become really strong and cause depression.

But the good news is that if depression and ED go together, there are ways to treat them. The first step is to be honest with yourself, your partner, and your doctor about what you're going through. Once you talk about it, you can find ways to cope and make things better.

When doctors want to figure out why a person has ED, they use different tests. Before doing tests, they ask questions about your health, feelings, and sexual history. They might ask about the medicines you're taking, if you're stressed or anxious, when you first noticed the problem, and more. These questions help them understand what might be causing the ED.

After talking and asking questions, the doctor might order some tests like blood tests to check things like your red blood cell count, liver and kidney function, cholesterol levels, and hormone levels. They might also use a special ultrasound to look at the blood flow to your penis. These tests help the doctor figure out what's going on so they can find the best way to help you.  

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Often, the images in adult films are not realistic. People might think they need to last a long time during sex, like they do in adult films, but that's not always the case. Watching this adult films might make some individuals feel insecure, which could lead to problems with their sexual experiences or closeness.

Turning to adult films, might seem like an easy solution, but it can create more problems. It's like a cycle where not being able to perform well leads to more of the same. Medications for erections don't fix the real issue because the problem is in the mind, not the body.

Doctors like Samadi talk to the person to find out what's causing the problem. They help by making the brain less sensitive to porn. Talking about the problem also helps, and spending time with a partner can reconnect them.

Treating these issues is not simple. It involves both the mind and the body, and it takes effort. There's no magic pill to fix it.