Meaning of Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction is one of the most common sexual problems in men with a greater percentage than all people's suspicions, as the rates of the problem reach 52% in males over forty years.

What is Erectile dysfunction meaning?

Erectile Dysfunction is the inability of the male penis to obtain an erection for a sufficient time that helps to practice sexual intercourse correctly and properly.

Erectile dysfunction is sometimes referred to as impotence and erection problems are very common, especially in men over the age of forty.

What is the erection mechanism?

An erection occurs as a result of the blood circulation in the penis doubling from ten to twenty times approximately after exposure to any sexual stimulus. sexual stimuli stimulate the brain, so the body secretes some hormones and substances in abundance. 

These substances increase blood flow to the penis. then this blood is retained inside the penis until ejaculation occurs, and thus the erection process occurs and continues throughout sexual intercourse.

What is the Erectile dysfunction mechanism?

The problem of erectile dysfunction is a dysfunction in the circulatory system or in the process of flow and blood retention inside the penis leading to the weak or no erection of the penis and remaining in this state until the end of sexual intercourse.

What are Erectile dysfunction types?

Erectile dysfunction is considered primary if a man has never been able to achieve or maintain an erection since early life. Erectile dysfunction is considered secondary if a man develops it later in life. when he has not previously complained of a problem getting or maintaining an erection.

Secondary erectile dysfunction is much more common than primary erectile dysfunction. Statistics indicate that 50% of men aged 40-70 years in the United States suffer from secondary erectile dysfunction in one form or another, and this percentage increase with age.

What are Erectile dysfunction symptoms?

All men have problems getting an erection from time to time, and this is not considered satisfactory. The condition is considered erectile dysfunction if the man:

• Absolutely unable to achieve an erection.

• Able to get an erection for a while, but not enough for sex.

• Effective but not continuous erection.

Exposure to some other sexual problems, such as premature ejaculation, delayed ejaculation, decrease sexual desire, and failure to reach orgasm.

What are Erectile dysfunction risk factors?

Some risk factors can cause erectile dysfunction or increase the likelihood of developing erectile dysfunction, including:

• Old age, over the age of fifty.

• Obesity or obesity that affects blood flow.

• Smoking or using tobacco products.

• Sleep disorders.

What are Erectile dysfunction complications?

Untreated erectile dysfunction often causes complications and psychological problems in males. The complications of Erectile dysfunction are:

• Dissatisfaction with sexual life.

• Lack of self-confidence.

• Anxiety and tension.

• Difficulty getting pregnant with the wife.

How you can prevent Erectile dysfunction?

To can prevent Erectile dysfunction, you must follow these instructions:

• Treating chronic diseases (DM- HTN).

• Stay away from stress and anxiety.

• Carry out periodic checks.

• Quit smoking.

• Do exercise.