Erectile dysfunction is a cause of distress to many men of all ages and, of course, to their signifigant others in a sexual relationship.  Erectile dysfunction is the inability to attain or maintain an erection firm enough for intercourse.  It also refers to a problem with very brief erections or libido problems in which men need to seek out libido help. 

 Some of the causes of erectile dysfunction can be from a disease process, especially those that effect circulation or the nervous system.  Chronic illnesses such as diabetes, multiple sclerosis, vascular disease, kidney disease and neurologic disease are some of the physical causes of erectile dysfunction.  For men with diabetes, the percentage of erectile dysfunction can be as high as 35 to 50 percent.  Hormonal imbalance, such as too little testosterone, may be a cause.
 There are substances that may contribute to problems with erectile dysfunction.  Smoking cigarattes will increase your chances of erectile dysfunction as it adversely effects circulation.  Chronic alcoholism is another frequent cause of erectile dysfunction.  Other lifestyle choices that may contribute to this problem are obesity and avoiding exercise.
 Pharmaceutical drugs taken to control blood pressure, tranquilizers, antidepressants and antihistamines may have, as a side effect, erectile dysfunction.
Emotional and psychological factors play a role in sexual behaviors and performance.  Depression, anxiety and guilt can cause, or be a part of the cause, of erectile dysfunction.  A fear of sexual performance failure can perpetuate dysfunction problems.
 Surgery or injury that harms nerves or the spinal cord may cause erectile dysfunction.  Prostate or bladder surgery for cancer sometimes has this unfortunate side effect.
If erectile dysfunction is a problem, work with a physician to determine the cause.  If seeking treatment, knowing which factors play a role will direct you in approaching the solution.
 Perhaps counseling together with medication will work for you. Lifestyle changes, such as quitting smoking, losing weight or cessation of alcohol intake may be the answer.  If it may be a side effect of a medication you’re taking, ask your doctor if your meds can be adjusted while still treating you effectively.  It’s worth investigating all your options to return to your sexual health.  General men’s health supplements can also increase a man’s overall health and vitality, which in turn always benefits the male anatomy sexually.