Erectile Dysfunction

What is erectile dysfunction?

Erectile dysfunction is the inability to achieve and maintain a satisfactory erection that allows sexual intercourse. This has a major impact on the sexual life of the man and, therefore, of his partner.

Impotence is a fairly common problem in men. Approximately one out of three men have erection problems at age 40, one out of two men at age 50, and almost three out of four men at age 70.

Experiencing occasional erection problems need not be a cause for concern. However, if prolonged over time, it can cause stress, affect self-confidence and contribute to relationship problems.

Historically, erectile dysfunction was considered to have a psychological origin. However, it has been demonstrated that more than 85% of cases are due to organic reasons such as arterial hypertension, diabetes mellitus, lipid profile alterations, obesity, sedentary lifestyle, neurological diseases or hormonal diseases, among others.

For this reason, it is important that men suffering from erectile dysfunction see a specialist to undergo an exhaustive clinical history, examination and complementary tests in order to detect the cause that is causing it.

The sexual sphere, and therefore its problems and solutions, remains a taboo subject in our society. For this reason, many men with long-standing problems avoid asking questions, thus denying themselves the possibility of solving the problem of erectile dysfunction.

It is important to generate an atmosphere of trust and understanding so that men with problems in the sexual sphere can express their situation, their fears and doubts, since this is the first step to identify the problem and be able to solve it.

One of the first alterations seen in men with erectile problems is a decrease in the duration of sexual intercourse. In fact, sometimes patients with erectile dysfunction come to the clinic for a false premature ejaculation, which is known as secondary premature ejaculation.

When the problem evolves, there is usually a certain sexual distancing in men, more or less consciously inhibiting their level of sexual desire. This generates a decrease in satisfaction with respect to the sexual life experienced by men and women whose partners have erection problems.