Impotence is also known as erectile dysfunction. It refers to the inability of a male to maintain a proper erection. It is also used to refer male inability to ejaculate. Due to physiological conditions, almost every person will face impotency at some time in life. But continued impotency is a major problem and will lead to mental and physical issues in both the male and his partner.
Every male meets with impotency at some stage. But, it is more common in aged men and thus it is the most common of the various causes of impotence. Career or other mental stress often lead to impotency. Anxiety, anger, lack of interest and fatigue also cause impotency at some point of time. These are the causes of impotence occasionally. Excessive alcohol consumption ca also lead to impotency. Alcohol and smoking impairs the liver which in turn leads to impotency in the long run. Drug addiction, obesity, stress, anger etc lead to impotency.
Impotency can also be caused by physical reasons. They are serious and have to dealt by a consultant. Testosterone is the male sex hormone. Decreased level of this hormone displays as impotency. This condition can be treated by taking hormone therapy. Erectile dysfunction may also be caused due to body disease conditions like cardiovascular diseases, liver disorder, kidney disorder, pituitary disorder, nervous diseases and diabetes. Penile or pelvic surgeries are also causes of impotence. Impotence may also be caused as a side effect due to certain drugs or medication.
People hide impotency, and live with it refraining from meeting a doctor. Impotency is a common condition and can be treated to cure it. Male impotency spoils ones family life. There are a number of medications available which can solve your impotency issue. Also,if you do not know the specific reason for your impotency, please do consult a doctor. Impotency may also be caused due to an unknown cardiac disorder.
