Most often, a man and his wife (or significant other) outwardly project a sense that everything is absolutely wonderful within their relationship. Erectile dysfunction is their secret, and what goes on (or doesn't go on) behind closed doors remains unknown.
For the most part, healthy people in healthy relationships have sex. This is true, of course, unless one or the other partner has a disease that prevents sexual intimacy. The most common problem men face is impotence (often referred to as erectile dysfunction). A combination of impotency and infertility can be enough to bring an otherwise happy marriage to an end.
Some people think impotence and infertility are one and the same. But, the fact is that they are two very different conditions. Impotence or Erectile Dysfunction causes a man to be unable to achieve or maintain an erection, and can be psychological or biological.
Infertility is the male's inability to produce sperm capable of making a woman pregnant. Infertility is strictly a biological problem. Either of these problems can have devastating effects on men. Society has conditioned men to believe that potency is a sure sign of strength, power and masculinity.
Most men experience a bout with erectile dysfunction, at one time or another. But, when it appears in the heat of passion, it's embarrassing. Overeating, alcohol, depression or stress can cause temporary erectile dysfunction problems. Sex problems are not known to kill you, but they certainly are significant enough to dampen a man's sexual zest.
When worries about performance ability, can create high levels of stress and anxiety, and the man may not be able to relax and enjoy sexual experiences. Society suggests and views males as sexual performers, and an inability to perform in the bedroom has a lot to do with self-esteem. The more a man 'thinks' about his need to get an erection, most likely it will 'not' happen.
Communication can make or break a relationship. Unresolved marital issues can cause a break-down in intimacy and sexual desire. Hidden anger, resentment, or feelings of being taken for granted often carry over into the bedroom, and a sex-less relationship begins. Usually, sexual dysfunctional problems do not go away, and the longer a couple refrains from having sex, the harder it becomes to resume.
Erectile dysfunction can be related to cardiovascular disease. Blood vessels and adequate blood flow are essential for sexual activities, in order to fill the penis. When blood vessels harden or are reduced in size, adequate b
lood supply is not available and the penis will remain soft. Some medications can, also, interfere with erections. Medications used to treat depression, anxiety, hypertension, and prostate enlargement are just a few. Alcohol is another culprit that robs a man of their sexual performance. Alcohol turns on the brain but shuts down the penis.
Men suffering from diseases that cause nerve damage, such as diabetes, can experience a more permanent form of erectile dysfunction. Similar results can be found in people that have had strokes or radiation treatments. Overweight can be a contributing factor to erectile dysfunction. Obesity depletes energy levels and agility. Being overweight also increases the chances of developing diabetes and nerve damage.
Vitamin E: If a man's sexual problem is related to cardiovascular disease, Vitamin E may be able to help to improve blood vessel strength in the penis and the heart. Several studies have found that Vitamin E supplements (400-800 IU a day) lower the risk of heart attack and stroke. Arginine increases nitric oxide by dilating and expanding blood vessels. Blood can then be trapped in the penis to maintain an erection.
For the most part, healthy people in healthy relationships have sex. This is true, of course, unless one or the other partner has a disease that prevents sexual intimacy. The most common problem men face is impotence (often referred to as erectile dysfunction). A combination of impotency and infertility can be enough to bring an otherwise happy marriage to an end.
Some people think impotence and infertility are one and the same. But, the fact is that they are two very different conditions. Impotence or Erectile Dysfunction causes a man to be unable to achieve or maintain an erection, and can be psychological or biological.
Infertility is the male's inability to produce sperm capable of making a woman pregnant. Infertility is strictly a biological problem. Either of these problems can have devastating effects on men. Society has conditioned men to believe that potency is a sure sign of strength, power and masculinity.
Most men experience a bout with erectile dysfunction, at one time or another. But, when it appears in the heat of passion, it's embarrassing. Overeating, alcohol, depression or stress can cause temporary erectile dysfunction problems. Sex problems are not known to kill you, but they certainly are significant enough to dampen a man's sexual zest.
When worries about performance ability, can create high levels of stress and anxiety, and the man may not be able to relax and enjoy sexual experiences. Society suggests and views males as sexual performers, and an inability to perform in the bedroom has a lot to do with self-esteem. The more a man 'thinks' about his need to get an erection, most likely it will 'not' happen.
Communication can make or break a relationship. Unresolved marital issues can cause a break-down in intimacy and sexual desire. Hidden anger, resentment, or feelings of being taken for granted often carry over into the bedroom, and a sex-less relationship begins. Usually, sexual dysfunctional problems do not go away, and the longer a couple refrains from having sex, the harder it becomes to resume.
Erectile dysfunction can be related to cardiovascular disease. Blood vessels and adequate blood flow are essential for sexual activities, in order to fill the penis. When blood vessels harden or are reduced in size, adequate b
lood supply is not available and the penis will remain soft. Some medications can, also, interfere with erections. Medications used to treat depression, anxiety, hypertension, and prostate enlargement are just a few. Alcohol is another culprit that robs a man of their sexual performance. Alcohol turns on the brain but shuts down the penis.Men suffering from diseases that cause nerve damage, such as diabetes, can experience a more permanent form of erectile dysfunction. Similar results can be found in people that have had strokes or radiation treatments. Overweight can be a contributing factor to erectile dysfunction. Obesity depletes energy levels and agility. Being overweight also increases the chances of developing diabetes and nerve damage.
Vitamin E: If a man's sexual problem is related to cardiovascular disease, Vitamin E may be able to help to improve blood vessel strength in the penis and the heart. Several studies have found that Vitamin E supplements (400-800 IU a day) lower the risk of heart attack and stroke. Arginine increases nitric oxide by dilating and expanding blood vessels. Blood can then be trapped in the penis to maintain an erection.
Ginkgo: The herb Ginkgo biloba contains properties that may help in erectile dysfunction concerns. Ginkgo has been know to increase energy levels and enhance blood flow.
Antler Velvet: For more than 2,000 years, Chinese medicine has cherished the soft, fuzzy velvet covering of male deer antlers as a health tonic. The belief is that velvet antler extracts might boost athletic performance and stamina, although no direct research as been done.
A man can have great sex, but still be infertile. Low sperm count, deformed sperm, or poor swimming sperm can prohibit impregnating success. Heat can affect sperm performance. Sperm do best in an environment that is a few degrees cooler than the rest of the body. (Perhaps this is why nature made the testes to hang away from the body.) In this respect, boxer shorts and warm (not hot) showers might help to increase healthy sperm counts.
Many urologists recommend that infertile men take antioxidants, such as Vitamins E and C, and selenium. Some research has indicated that sperm count can improve by adding antioxidants supplements to the diet.
A man can have great sex, but still be infertile. Low sperm count, deformed sperm, or poor swimming sperm can prohibit impregnating success. Heat can affect sperm performance. Sperm do best in an environment that is a few degrees cooler than the rest of the body. (Perhaps this is why nature made the testes to hang away from the body.) In this respect, boxer shorts and warm (not hot) showers might help to increase healthy sperm counts.
Many urologists recommend that infertile men take antioxidants, such as Vitamins E and C, and selenium. Some research has indicated that sperm count can improve by adding antioxidants supplements to the diet.
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