Sexual impotence, also known as erectile dysfunction, is the inability and difficulty in having or maintaining an erection of the penis that allows intimate contact. Thus, the man can have a problem when this difficulty occurs in at least 50% of attempts to have sexual contact, and what can happen is that the erection is not sufficiently rigid for penetration. This problem can be treated by using medicines, such as Viagra or Cialis, or by using teas prepared with medicinal plants. See what remedies can be used in Remedies for Sexual Impotence.
Sexual impotence mostly affects men between 50 and 80 years of age, and in addition to damaging the sexual and intimate health of men, it can also bring other psychological problems such as depression, thus contributing to a decrease in quality of life.
Main causes
Some of the most common causes that lead to erectile dysfunction problems include:
- Drug use; Alcoholism; Obesity; Excessive use of certain medications such as antihypertensives, antidepressants and antipsychotics for example; Psychological problems such as depression, trauma, fear, dissatisfaction or decreased libido; Chronic diseases such as kidney failure or diabetes. Understand why diabetes can cause impotence.
In addition, smoking is another major cause of sexual impotence, as smoking reduces blood flow in the sexual organ, which can make erection difficult or completely prevent it. Know the main causes that can lead to the appearance of this problem in Main Causes of Sexual Impotence.
Symptoms
Some of the main symptoms of sexual impotence include:
- Difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection; Less rigid and more flaccid erection; Reduction of the size of the sexual organ; More time to achieve erection; Difficulty in maintaining intimate contact in some sexual positions; Greater effort and concentration to maintain the erection; Decrease of hair on the body; Decrease in the number of spontaneous erections upon waking; Ejaculation faster than usual; Changes or deformation in the genital organ; Peripheral vascular disease that makes it difficult for blood to pass to the lower limbs of the body, such as legs, feet and organ sexual.
Know how to recognize if it is sexual impotence in How to Identify if it is Sexual Impotence.
Diagnosis
To make the diagnosis of erectile dysfunction, the doctor will make a detailed record of all difficulties experienced during intimate contact, in addition to informing yourself about other possible causes such as depression or drug use, for example, that may be the source of the problem. In addition, the doctor also performs a physical examination for genital deformities, prostate disease, signs of hypogonadism or signs of cardiovascular disease or neurological problems.
When necessary, the doctor may also order laboratory tests to evaluate the levels of lipids, sugars and the hormone testosterone in the body, as these values can help to identify the possible problem.
Treatment
Sexual impotence can be treated in different ways, as its treatment depends on its cause. Thus, some of the treatment options that exist are:
- Use of medications such as Sildenafil (Viagra), Tadalafil (Cialis) or Vardenafil (Levitra), Apomorphine, Blemelanotide or Alprostadil that help with erection. Hormone replacement therapy in capsules, patches or injections that increase testosterone levels and facilitate testosterone; Use of vacuum devices that favor erection and are especially recommended for men who cannot undergo treatment with medication; Surgery for implantation of penile prostheses that are used only as a last resort only when all other treatments have not been successful.
In addition to the treatments mentioned, counseling with a psychologist or psychiatrist and couple therapy are also very important, as they help treat other problems, fears and insecurities that may exist and that are also contributing to the problem. Psychotherapy is also indicated in these cases to help treat stress, anxiety and depression.
See also the exercises that can be done to prevent sexual impotence:
Home remedies are also an excellent option for those who suffer from this problem, which can be easily prepared at home with natural ingredients. Here's how to prepare a rosemary tea, with a leather hat and catuaba or a homemade syrup with honey, guarana and ginseng to treat sexual impotence.
