Erectile Dysfunction refers to an inability to
achieve or maintain an erection hard enough for sexual intercourse. It falls
under the blanket term impotence, which also covers other sexual
problems such as lack of arousal and the inability to orgasm. Erectile dysfunction
is not simply an occasional inability to perform sexually that occurs to every
man; if you have erectile dysfunction, you will be unable to achieve or
maintain an erection over 50% of the time.
Although erectile dysfunction often occurs with age, it is
not a normal part of aging and can be treated. For men with diabetes, erectile
dysfunction occurs an average of 10-15 years earlier than in other men.
Why does diabetes often lead to erectile dysfunction?
Diabetes is linked with many nervous system disorders, and erectile dysfunction
can be caused by nerve damage. Nervous system damage can cause erectile
dysfunction because the nervous system tells your body when you are aroused. If
you are emotionally aroused but your nervous system cannot send the message to
your penis, then you will not get an erection. Diabetes can also cause blood
vessel disorder. Vascular damage (damage to the blood vessels) alters the blood
flow in the body. As an erection is caused when corpora cavernosa in the penis
are filled with blood, vascular damage can affect erections. Erections are
caused by the interplay of the nervous system and the vascular system, along
with other factors.
People with diabetes are more apt to be depressed.
Depression might be caused by poor blood sugar control and hormonal imbalance.
Psychological factors can play a large role in erectile dysfunction.
How can you prevent erectile dysfunction if you have
diabetes?
Control your blood sugar levels. This will help you
prevent possible nerve damage or damage to your vascular system. These are two
of the complications from diabetes that can lead to erectile dysfunction.
Talk to you doctor or health team. They will be
particularly helpful for you if you are trying to maintain even blood sugar.
Quit smoking. Smoking damages your blood vessels by
making them contract.
Don't drink excessively. Excessive alcohol
consumption can also damage your blood vessels.
Exercise. Having a steady exercise regimen will help
keep your nervous system and vascular system healthy.
Eat well. Eating a well-balanced diet rich in fruits
and vegetables has been proven to prevent complications in diabetes, and will
help you control your blood sugar levels.
Calm yourself. If you are struggling with anxiety,
depression, or other psychological issue that is inhibiting your sexual
performance, see a professional. Often just the fear of erectile dysfunction is
enough to hamper performance.
Treatments
If you are suffering from erectile dysfunction, consider
seeing a urologist. A urologist specializes in sexual health and will be able
to help you decide on the best treatment program. You might be prescribed
medication, such as Viagra, that will help you achieve an erection. You might
also consider using a vacuum pump to help blood enter the penis. To maintain
the erection you place a ring at the base of the penis. You might consider
having an implant or penile injections.
You can also opt for Herbal treatments like Vajikarana therapy . Know more about Ayurveda Vajikarana Therapy
Before taking any medical action, try using the tips above
to manage your erectile dysfunction. Diabetes does not necessarily have to lead
to complications, which includes erectile dysfunction. You can lead a normal
sexual life, even as you grow older. Knowing this information might help you
find sexual energy you didn't know you had!
Author - Vivian Brennan
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