勃起功能障碍（ED） is when you can't get 和 maintain a satisfying erection for sex. ED affects more than 30 million men in the United States. It is a topic that several men still find hard to talk about.
If you are experiencing erectile issues, it is important to speak with your physician. There could be a health condition contributing to your 勃起功能障碍. A 男性健康专家t will play an active role in your health 和 treatment plan for ED.
Here are five common causes of ED:
1. 血管疾病
Many men are uncomfortable speaking with their physician about 勃起功能障碍 symptoms. 然而, it is important to treat your symptoms as ED can be a warning sign of current or future heart disease.
ED通常发生在 冠状动脉疾病 在几乎70%的情况下. The arteries in the penis are small compared to those in other parts of the body. If there is underlying 冠状动脉疾病, these smaller arteries in the penis are affected by atherosclerosis (blocked blood vessels) sooner.
Sometimes, patients will be referred to a 心脏病专家 in order to determine if there is underlying cardiovascular disease. You can reduce your risk of ED by improving your heart health. This includes exercising, quitting tobacco, losing weight, eating a healthy diet.
2. 内分泌失调
糖尿病 is the second most common cause of 勃起功能障碍. 一半的男性 糖尿病 will experience ED within ten years of their diagnosis.
High blood sugar levels can damage the nerves that control sexual stimulation. They can also damage blood vessels that provide blood flow to the penis to achieve 和 maintain an erection.
While medications are a common first therapy, they tend to only work in about 50% of men with 糖尿病. Good blood sugar control can help slow the progression of ED 和 sexual dysfunction in men. Men with 糖尿病 are more likely to move on to other 治疗方案, such as the 真空安装泵, 阴茎注射疗法, 阴茎植入物.
3. 药物
Some men notice issues maintaining an erection after starting a new medication. Common medications that can contribute to erectile issues are:
- 抗抑郁药
- 降压药
- 睾丸激素-受体阻滞药
Your doctor may switch you to another medication to see if that resolves the issue.
4. 盆腔手术
Pelvic surgeries are a common cause of sexual dysfunction. Erectile dysfunction is a potential complication following 前列腺癌手术.
The nerves that control an erection lie very close to the prostate. These nerves may be injured during treatment. If the surgeon uses nerve-sparing procedures, some men may regain their previous level of erectile function. This typically takes a year or two. Unfortunately, some men may not recover their ability to have a natural erection.
5. 神经系统疾病
Erectile Dysfunction Treatment
It is important to keep in mind that even if you are dealing with ED, there are 治疗方案 available to help you return to a satisfying sex life.
