Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a problem in males in achieving or retaining erection
for a sufficiently long time during sexual activity. ED occurs due to lack of blood
supply towards penile organ.
The extent of ED is not same in all males. Many men fail in achieving an erection
whilst others do not get a firm erection for sufficient penetration. Even some men
lose their erection soon.
ED constantly obstructs your ability to achieve and maintain an erection for satisfactory sexual performance. ED is classified on the basis of its extent such as mild, normal or severe ED level or no erection at all when a man doesn’t achieve erection for satisfactory intercourse.
If this is not taken seriously, it might lead to heavy sexual disasters.
Causes
Erectile Dysfunction (ED) is also called as impotence that is usually temporary and doesn’t need medical treatment. But if the problem persists, it can affect your life and self-esteem. The common causes of ED are:
- Aging
- Injury
- Depression
- Stress
- Extensive intake of nicotine
- Consumption of alcohol
- Diabetes
- High cholesterol.
How ED occurs
Erection involves a series of processes. When the series is interrupted, erection occurs. The process is- Nerve impulse in brain-> spinal column -> penile organ -> response in muscles-> fibrous tissues – > veins ->arteries in and around the corpora cavernosa. Any troubled part of this series can result in to erection problem. Male body fully responds to testosterone. Reduction in the development of testosterone causes ED. Over work both mentally and physically such long working hours in office, depressive conditions at home and office, lose temper and inadequate sleep also cause problem in achieving and retaining erection. The diseases that invite ED are:
- Neurological problems
- Hypothyroidism
- Parkinson disease
- Anemia
- Depression
- Arthritis
- Diabetes
- Endocrine diseases
- Diseases associated with cardiovascular systems
- Intake of medicines for the long term, tobacco, tranquilizers and other powerful medicines also cause ED.
ED and Ayurveda
In Ayurveda, it is stated that dry foods, drinks and medicines result into impotence in males. So if you experience trouble in retaining erection, you should quickly look for its treatment. Unlike to medical treatment, the Ayurvedic Treatment Erectile Dysfunction is more beneficial as it doesn’t cause any side-effects. There are several medicines that are popular as ED but all of them always come with some side –effects that affect your overall health. Therefore you should get an ayurvedic treatment for ED.