Impotence (Male Sexual Dysfunction / Erectile Dysfunction)

According to estimates, 1 in 10 men in the UK has frequent erection problems at some point in his life. Impotence or erectile dysfunction is an extremely common problem among men.

Impotence or erectile dysfunction is an inability to get an erection hard enough to achieve satisfactory levels of sexual intercourse. Some men are unable to achieve an erection even if they are sexually aroused; some men are unable to maintain an erection long enough to complete sexual activity and some men are not able to achieve a hard and strong erection at all. All these are symptoms of impotence or erectile dysfunction.

If you experience any of these problems on a regular basis over a couple of months, you might need to seek impotence treatment. However, before you seek impotence treatment, it is important you find out about the causes of impotence. If your impotence is reversible, take steps to see if there are any positive changes or improvements for your condition.

Causes of impotence

Impotence can be caused by either physical, psychological or lifestyle factors. One, or a combination of various factors, can be the cause of your impotence. You should discuss all the possible causes of your impotence with your doctor.

Physical factors that set off impotence are as follows:

• Hormonal imbalance
• Use of certain drugs, particularly diuretics and beta-blockers for the treatment of high blood pressure
• Nervous system diseases and disorders such as multiple sclerosis; structural abnormalities of the penis; injury to the penis; and malfunctioning of the circulatory system
• Vascular problems (including those from diabetes)

Certain psychological problems that trigger impotence are as follows:

• Performance anxiety
• Guilt
• Relationship problems
• Depression
• Exhaustion
• Stress
• Fear of causing pregnancy
• Unresolved conflicts about sexuality
• Fear of sex after a major surgery or heart attack

Lifestyle factors that result in impotence are as follows:

• Drug and alcohol abuse
• Smoking
• Excess weight
• Inactive and unhealthy lifestyle

If you feel any of these factors could be the potential cause of your impotence or erectile dysfunction, make a mental note and remember to talk to your doctor about them. Though impotence can stem from psychological reasons, it can also result in many psychological problems such as low self-esteem, lack of confidence, and constant worry. Therefore, it is very necessary to seek treatment for impotence as soon as you experience any symptoms.

Time for action

There are many treatment options available to you; including prescription drugs such as Viagra, Cialis, and Levitra that successfully treat 85% of all impotence cases. All these impotence treatments are clinically tested, safe and effective, and approved in the UK. But you still need sexual stimulation even with these medications, as they simply aren’t effective on their own.

Consult a doctor for further information about impotence and any possible treatments. Your doctor will be able to give you clear instructions and a prescription for the most suitable treatment for you. If however, you are embarrassed to see your local doctor for this problem, there are other alternatives available. You will be able to find all of these treatments at the meds4all an online clinic, however, as all these impotence treatments are prescription only medications, you will have to complete an online consultation with our doctor. The service is free of charge and there is no obligation to buy any treatments that the doctor suggests. Your personal details will also be kept highly confidential.