What is Erectile Dysfunction (ED)?
Erectile Dysfunction (ED), commonly known as impotence, is a widespread condition that hampers a man’s ability to achieve or maintain an erection during sexual intercourse. Research on sexual performance and aging men reveals that nearly 50% of men face sexual performance difficulties by age 50, with this figure increasing by 10% per decade. As a result, by age 70, approximately 7 out of 10 men experience ED. While not life-threatening, ED may be linked to more serious health conditions such as systemic vascular disease, heart disease, renal failure, prostate cancer, and depression, among others.
What is Erectile Dysfunction (ED)?
Erectile Dysfunction (ED), commonly known as impotence, is a widespread condition that hampers a man’s ability to achieve or maintain an erection during sexual intercourse. Research on sexual performance and aging men reveals that nearly 50% of men face sexual performance difficulties by age 50, with this figure increasing by 10% per decade. As a result, by age 70, approximately 7 out of 10 men experience ED. While not life-threatening, ED may be linked to more serious health conditions such as systemic vascular disease, heart disease, renal failure, prostate cancer, and depression, among others.
What Factors Contribute to ED?
High stress levels can result in excess cortisol secretion, impacting testosterone production. Elevated prolactin levels can also hinder erection achievement, often correlated with conditions like hypothyroidism. Additionally, estrogen dominance, often linked to liver disease or age-related testosterone decline, can impair erectile function.
How do Medical Conditions Affect ED?
Conditions such as vein constriction, diabetes, and certain blood pressure medications are associated with ED, hindering blood flow necessary for erections. Proper blood flow, triggered by nitric oxide release, is crucial for achieving an erection. Inadequate testosterone levels are linked to severe health issues beyond sexual dysfunction, including cardiovascular disease, heart attack, stroke, and osteoporosis.
What Can Be Done to Address ED?
Our providers at the Human Health Initiative offer personalized treatment plans tailored to address hormone imbalances, helping patients restore sexual performance and desire while supporting their journey towards personal optimization goals and improved lifestyle.
What Can Be Done to Address ED?
Our providers at the Human Health Initiative offer personalized treatment plans tailored to address hormone imbalances, helping patients restore sexual performance and desire while supporting their journey towards personal optimization goals and improved lifestyle.