Symptoms & Complications

Symptoms & Complications of Erectile Dysfunction

When a man is unable to get or maintain an erection, it is termed Erectile Dysfunction. It may also be called Erectile Difficulties.

A man may sometimes have erections (When he wakes up in the morning), but be unable to get an erection during sex with his partner. This is often a sign of a psychological problem that may or may not have to do with that particular relationship.

If a man had regular erections in the past, but suddenly begins to have problems getting an erection, there's a chance that it's a nerve, hormonal, or circulatory problem, or the effect of alcohol, drugs, or medicine.

If a man still gets erections but they're not as hard or long lasting as in the past, it's quite likely that a circulatory problem is causing the dysfunction.

If surgery or injury is involved, the sufferer may already know what's causing the erectile dysfunction. A doctor should be consulted about possible solutions.

While erectile dysfunction is inevitably going to cause some anxiety, it's vital for sufferers to keep their relationship with their partner or spouse as regular as possible until a solution can be found. Modern medicine and therapeutic techniques can help most men with erection problems.

The Diagnosis :

It is important to tell your doctor about any erectile problems, as they can be a symptom of something else, including cardiovascular disease.

To find out what's causing erection problems, a doctor will begin by asking about other medical conditions the man might have, what medications he's taking, when his erection problems occur, and what form they take.

Standardized questionnaires or surveys about erectile function and the satisfaction of sexual intercourse may be used to identify the nature of erectile dysfunction. Blood pressure tests and blood tests are standard. Several devices, including an ultrasound, can track blood flow in and out of the penis and identify circulatory problems.