For Viagra Users: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments of ED
The initials ED stands for erectile dysfunction. This is a condition in which a man cannot get an erection or if he does it does not last very long. There are many way of treating ED and the choice of treatment depends upon degree of impotency (inability to perform sexually).
Causes
The cause of erectile dysfunction or impotency is very complex. It is often a root of either psychological and/or physical symptoms. For instance, sometimes it may be just a result of depression or sadness or might be a condition that results from past trauma.
Otherwise, it could be a secondary symptom of a chronic illness or cancer. It could even be the result of a medication or other prescription or non-prescription drug he is taking. It could even be the result of taking too many combinations of herbs.
In addition to the above factors there also are lifestyle decisions that can cause impotence. For instance, even though sometimes alcohol seems to be very relaxing and is often blamed as a cause of promiscuity it is not a long-term solution for erectile dysfunction. Prolonged and excessive use of alcohol can actually cause impotence.
Smoking and use of illegal street drugs and/or misuse of legal drugs (including prescription ones) can cause a man to not be able to have an erection. He should really stop using these harmful substances if he wants to improve his sex life.
Of course, another major reason for ED or impotence is age. As a man gets older his testosterone level drops and therefore his sex drive is lower and/or is not as able to get an erection.
Symptoms
A primary sign of impotence, or ED if you will, is not being able to get or maintain an erection. Another primary sign of erectile dysfunction is premature ejaculation.
These main symptoms mentioned above often accompany a lack of interest in sex or the inability to become quickly aroused. Sometimes low sperm volume and decreased intensity of orgasm may also be an issue.
Treatments
Viagra is one of the many solutions used to treat ED. It is available by prescription. There also is Levitra and Cialis which work in a similar way.
The main function of these medications is to help get the blood pumping especially into the penis so that a man can become erect after being stimulated and aroused. This is a result of the distribution of an ED medication into the bloodstream.
Additional treatments besides Viagra that are used include aphrodisiac herbs such as horny goat weed, ginseng, or saw palmetto. These arouse a man and get the circulatory system working better for a better sexual experience.