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What Are the Causes of Erectile Dysfunction?

by Cady Heron Process Analyst
ED Miracle Review  Erectile dysfunction (ED) is referred to as the failure to achieve and sustain an erection long enough for a male to complete the sexual act to satisfaction. The result is a problematic sexual life which then directly affects one's married life which eventually leads to soured relationships.

ED is also known as male sexual dysfunction or impotence and is a very common disorder, particularly among males beyond 40 years of age. It is estimated that almost half the males above 40 years suffer from ED at least once.

The severity of erectile dysfunction varies among men. The degree of severity ranges from complete erections that are lost soon after penetration to no erections at all even after sexual stimulation. The condition in between these two is a partial erection which is not good enough for a successful penetration.

Causes of Erectile Dysfunction

It would be useful to know about how an erection occurs before knowing the causes of erectile dysfunction. When a person becomes sexually stimulated or aroused, the brain transmits signals to the nerves present in the penis. This results in an increased blood flow to the penis, which causes it to expand and become hard.

Thus, anything that disrupts the function of the nervous system or the blood circulation could possibly lead to ED. Although there is no complete or exhaustive list of causes for erectile dysfunction, the most prominent or common ones have been discussed below.

Neurological disorders and cardiovascular problems have been known to lead to erectile dysfunction. Hence their presence can trigger the condition. Conversely, erectile dysfunction may signal the onset or even the presence of cardiovascular or neurological issues.

Moreover, drug or alcohol abuse, smoking, obesity, surgery and hormonal imbalance are also factors leading to male sexual dysfunction. Aging is a natural cause for most of the disorders and diseases and this remains true for erectile dysfunction also.

Apart from the physical causes, many psychological factors are also responsible for ED. These include depression, apprehensions about sexual performance, excessive tiredness, problematic relationships etc. Psychological issues are predominantly a cause in relatively younger men. Sometimes, excessive cycling is believed to cause erectile dysfunction as there is prolonged pressure on the nerves and the blood vessels of the penis.

The condition may also be caused due a combination of physical and psychological factors, depending on the age of the individual.

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About Cady Heron Junior   Process Analyst

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