Impotence is an extreme level of erectile dysfunction. At the same time, a man may really lack an erection - rigidity, volume and regularity of the penis, which is necessary for sexual intercourse. Premature ejaculation is also considered a sign of impotence. For a long time, the cause of impotence was only seen in fatigue, psychological discomfort or high stress levels. However, sexual disorders can occur with some diseases.
Types of impotence
There are several forms of impotence:
- impotence, where a man does not experience sexual desire;
- erectile impotence. The erection is not strong enough and long enough to have sexual intercourse;
- impotence, where a man cannot insert the penis into the vagina or premature ejaculation;
- brief erection. Ejaculation erection comes quickly;
- impotence, where ejaculation does not occur at all, or it takes longer than in a healthy man;
- anorgasmia. A man does not achieve sexual satisfaction.
It is customary to separate primary and secondary impotence. In the main form, erection is always insufficient for sexual intercourse. Secondary impotence means that before sexual intercourse is possible, but over time, the erection becomes weak.
In general, this disease can be divided according to the following characteristics:
- organic impotence. It is due to physiological reasons. For example, diseases of the genitourinary sphere or endocrine disorders. Sexual desire can be saved, but sometimes the erection can be lost during intercourse. Organic impotence develops imperceptibly. Only sometimes (and then more often) failure occurs. Over time, for the appearance of an erection, it is necessary to make more and more efforts. With this type of impotence, spontaneous and nocturnal erections appear less and less.
- Psychological impotence. The cause is psychogenic factors - depression, neurosis, neurotic state. This disease appears suddenly and is only felt from time to time. At the same time, spontaneous and nocturnal erections are preserved. As a rule, the lack of "male readiness" is associated with certain conditions or problems.
Impotence can be distinguished by the location of the lesion:
- neuroreceptors. Occurs when receptors of the head of the male penis, seminal vesicles or prostate are damaged;
- backbone. The cause of its occurrence is the spinal center which is not sensitive enough;
- backbone organic. It occurs as a result of damage to the center of the lumbar or sacral spine;
- spinal function. It can happen when the genital center of the spine is affected against the background of excessive work.
Causes of impotence
Somatic disorders arise due to the pathological effects on the human nervous system of certain diseases and injuries. The weak link in the male body is heart disease and gastrointestinal tract. Although, in general, somatogenic mechanisms that lead to impotence can be triggered by diseases of any organ or system. Indeed, in the male body, many organs are closely related to the sexual sphere.
Causeimpotence in menI can be:
- any injury involving disruption of nerve secretion. First of all, this is an injury to the spine and pelvic area;
- pathologies of bone and cartilage tissue of the spine: osteochondrosis, spondylarthrosis, hernia, protrusion;
- degenerative changes in the peripheral nervous system: neuritis, plexitis, radiculitis, neuropathy;
- disorders in the hypothalamus-pituitary system;
- liver, kidney, intestinal disease;
- vascular disorders.
- psychological trauma, including that experienced in childhood;
- physical fatigue and prolonged stress.
- overweight and diabetes;
- smoking, alcohol and drug abuse. With the presence of bad habits, impotence appears even in young men.
In addition, impotence is caused by taking certain drugs and poisoning with toxic substances.
Potential disorder symptoms
A man may not realize that failure in his sexual sphere is not a coincidence and negative changes are already happening in his body.
The main symptoms of impotence are:
- lack of erectionor its reduction. Even if a man wants sexual intercourse, he cannot bring the penis into a tense state. And, perhaps, the penis loses its hardness during sexual intercourse, so it is not possible to complete the act with an orgasm;
- insufficient erection. In certain situations, the penis increases in size, but remains soft and cannot be inserted into the vagina;
- loss of erection. Members achieve the necessary hardness and increase in size, but quickly become lethargic and sexual intercourse is impossible;
- sexual intercourse does not give pleasure, blurred sensual sensations;
- the need for sex occurs less than twice a week;
- premature ejaculation. This feature is important only when it appears in mature and experienced men who have sufficient experience in sexual relations;
- lack of spontaneous morning or evening erection;
- lack of sexual desire or its decrease. In anticipation of sex, there is anxiety, fear of intimacy, fear of failure.
Even if a man notices one of the listed symptoms in himself, you should see a doctor. After all, the sooner treatment is started, the faster and more successfully it is possible to eliminate the problem. If there are many symptoms and they are increasing, it is more difficult to stop the development mechanism.
Important!Impotence may be temporary. Including, with a background of too frequent and active sexual relations. Or on the other hand, premature ejaculation occurs in men who cannot live a regular sex life. Once the frequency of sexual intercourse stabilizes, men's readiness for sexual intercourse returns to normal. Short-term "failures" (with a frequency of up to several episodes per year) are common and only indicate overwork of a man.
Sexual function decreases in older men. When the end of reproductive age arrives, the strength and duration of sexual intercourse gradually decreases. In this case, medical help is not required, the decrease in potency is natural for male physiology.
Common Treatments for Impotence
It is necessary to restore male sexual function in a complex way. First of all, the doctor will determine the cause of sexual impotence - both psychological and physiological characteristics.
The treatment regimen depends on the cause of the disease. As a rule, the doctor prescribes the medicine to be taken half an hour before the start of sexual intercourse. They will provide a temporary erection.
At the same time, it is necessary to restore the balance of vitamins and minerals necessary for the body. This problem is solved by taking food supplements, vitamin complexes and herbal medicines.
The effect achieved is reinforced by physiotherapy, acupressure and vacuum massage.
The patient's condition is facilitated by a class with a psychologist. Experienced specialists will restore self-esteem, eliminate depression, inferiority complex, and fear of failure.
Medical treatment
According to the method of use, drugs are divided into three groups:
- urethral medication. They are inserted into the urethra just before sexual intercourse. Rectal suppositories will have the same effect;
- penile injection. Causes enlargement of the penis and its rapid filling with blood. In this case, the erection lasts at least an hour.
- Oral medicine for impotence. The most popular and gives a lasting impression. They provide a good filling with blood, compensate for the lack of vitamins.
Synthetic agents that block the production of substances that trigger premature completion of sexual intercourse are also effective. They provide a good blood supply to the penis and thus support sexual stimulation. Such drugs have proven themselves as maintenance tools for men over 50 years old.
Plant-based supplements work well on this problem. They improve blood circulation, vitality, normalize the function of the central nervous system and increase libido.
Treatment is not medicine
An active lifestyle, reasonable physical activity by itself can solve the problem of insufficient erection. At the same time, it should change your attitude towards life and psychological traumatic factors.
For those who are not ready to solve the problem radically - for example, by changing their lifestyle, place of residence or field of professional activity, there is a specially designed complex of physiotherapy exercises. They should be done every day, so you will provide the necessary physical activity and activate blood flow in the genital area and prostate.
Acupressure massage restores sexual function well. This procedure should be entrusted to a specialist. Acupressure is carried out not only in the area of intimate organs, but also in the area of the feet.
Massage with a vacuum pump can give an erection. At the same time, oxygenated blood circulates more actively in the blood vessels of the penis.
Folk treatment methods
First of all, you need to visit a doctor and find out the cause of impotence. After that, in agreement with the specialist, it is possible to strengthen the recommended treatment with folk remedies.
Remember that immediate results from such therapy cannot be expected. Yes, and they will appear only if a complex of therapeutic measures is observed, lifestyle changes and rejection of bad habits.
Among the folk remedies is the preparation of tea from St. wort. John's wort, pumpkin, ginger, ginseng, the use of walnuts, garlic, coriander and parsley. For lovers of extreme sensations, we can recommend the contrast shower method: when you have to alternately sit in a basin with cold and hot water. The duration of stay in each pelvis is 1. 5 minutes, in total you need to make 10 transfers.
Diet for potency violations
If you have problems with potency, you should limit the use of salt, sugar and alcohol. Portions should be small, and meals should be frequent, up to 6 times a day.
The main vitamins and minerals that restore men's strength: iron, zinc, potassium, magnesium, selenium, calcium, vitamin C, B. E. For men's health are useful:
How common is erectile dysfunction in men?
Percentage of men with some form of mild erectile dysfunction (by age):
- up to 20 years - 5%;
- 20-30 years - from 10 to 30%;
- 30-40 years - from 30 to 40%;
- 40-50 years - from 40 to 50%;
- 50-60 years - from 50 to 60%;
- 60 years and above - from 60 to 80%.
The word "impotence" scares every man, but it is not always incurable. Let's consider in more detail the causes, treatment methods and common myths about this problem.
Impotence - is it forever?
Even in the most difficult cases, modern medical methods help patients regain their male strength and regain a normal sex life. Age does not matter: even at the age of 60 or more, you can live a full life if you use a set of drugs that are individually selected and according to the doctor's prescription.
It is far from always necessary to buy expensive drugs to increase potency: in most cases, it is necessary to eliminate the root cause of the problem. Only a doctor can choose the right treatment method, self-treatment can lead to negative consequences.
Types of dysfunction
- complete lack of erection;
- intermittent erections (soft penis during sex);
- episodic.
For a normal erection, you need:
- A healthy nervous system that responds flexibly to brain impulses.
- Healthy penile veins.
- Healthy muscle and connective tissue in the penis.
- The level of nitric oxide required in the soft tissues of the genital organs
Risk factors for development
Vascular problems (high blood pressure and impaired blood supply to the genital organs).
About 50% of men with hypertension experience this problem. With hypertension, the ability of the penile arteries to expand is disrupted and, in addition, the ability of the corpora cavernosa to relax and fill with a sufficient amount of blood suffers. Collectively, it turns out that the penis does not receive enough blood for an erection.
diabetes.
As you know, diabetes mellitus affects, without exception, all human organs and systems, while affecting the intimate sphere. Medical statistics tell us that about 30% of men with diabetes experience erectile dysfunction of varying severity. As mentioned above, diabetes affects the whole body, especially the production of the main male sex hormone - testosterone. Testosterone concentrations decrease directly with increased blood sugar levels, which ultimately leads to erectile dysfunction. Also, diabetes mellitus leads to impaired blood circulation, especially in small vessels. It turns out that the penis cannot be filled with blood in a sufficient amount and the erection becomes weak.
Low testosterone.
Hypogonadism, the medical term for low testosterone, leads to an overall decrease in sex drive and libido.
When the penis is injured, fibrosis can develop in the cavernous body. As a result, the cavity (cavity) that forms the cavernous body and that is filled with blood, providing erection, is replaced by connective tissue. Connective tissue can no longer collect blood in itself and stretch, so the quality of erection deteriorates.
Bad habits.
Substances such as nicotine have a significant vasoconstriction effect, so tobacco smoked before sexual intercourse can worsen your erection. With prolonged nicotine abuse, such a phenomenon becomes chronic and the quality of erection decreases. Alcohol, through a complex chemical process, stimulates a shift in the balance between testosterone and estrogen towards female sex hormones, which leads to a gradual fading of erectile function.
stressful situation.
Weak erectile dysfunction that occurs after experiencing stress is called psychogenic or functional. As a rule, this can happen after a lot of stress at work, such as layoffs or other psychologically unbearable accidents. Our years of experience show that combined therapy, which includes, in addition to drugs, also psychotherapy, is very helpful in the treatment of this disease.
What tests should be done if you suspect erectile dysfunction?
- General blood analysis;
- Blood test for sugar;
- Blood test for hormone levels;
- Biochemical blood tests for lipoproteins and cholesterol;
- General urinalysis;
- Urinalysis for bacteriological culture;
Visual examination and palpation for impotence may reveal:
- testicular size that does not meet anatomical standards;
- less facial hair or its complete absence (hormonal failure);
- female breast enlargement;
- detection of a weak arterial pulse in the lower part of the leg (as a sign of the presence of atherosclerosis).
- damaged penile structure.
Impotence - when is it not worth it at all?
This is a common myth. Impotence in the domestic sphere most often means various types of erectile dysfunction, where a man either cannot have an erection at all, or cannot maintain it long enough.
The boundaries of norm and pathology are blurred here, because people's capabilities differ significantly. If you see deviations from normal norms that are not associated with stress or changes in life, you should see a doctor. It is better not to delay complicated problems, because they can be associated with serious pathologies in the body that require immediate treatment.
Signs and treatment at home, massage
The first signs of impotence are a reduction in erection time, the absence of spontaneous erections at night, over time they disappear completely and in sufficient situations. Treatment at home often includes massage of the prostate gland, external genitalia, as well as exposure to reflex points.
This type of treatment removes blood stasis, improves blood circulation, and relieves the patient's pain. It is not difficult to master massage techniques: the procedure can be carried out independently or with a partner - this helps restore trust in relationships and restore harmony in family life.
Impotence: signs and treatment at home
It is not difficult to determine the signs of this disease: it is shown by a lack of erection, a reduction in the duration of sexual intercourse, and premature ejaculation. Over time, the erection may disappear completely, it does not appear either spontaneously or in sufficient situations.
Treatment at home can be carried out only if there are no physiological and hormonal reasons. Massage will help relieve tension, remove blood stagnation and improve circulation. It should be done every day: both self-massage and partner's handprints are useful.
Vascular surgical treatment of erectile dysfunction
Surgical treatment (so-called "dorsal vein removal") of erectile dysfunction involves the restoration of normal blood flow to the cavernous body of the penis and the restoration of blood balance in the genitals.
Treatment of impotence in men after 50 and 60
Erectile dysfunction at this age occurs as a result of age-related hormonal changes. Since testosterone is responsible for sexual desire and erection, a decrease in its concentration in old age leads to impotence.
A characteristic feature of this condition is the fading sexual possibilities. Libido decreases, erection becomes insufficient to fully complete sexual intercourse.
This applies to natural processes. In old age, due to hypertension, diabetes mellitus, chronic prostatitis, blood circulation in the prostate and penis suffers, which affects erectile function.
After 50 years, the main treatment methods are:
- hormone therapy. This technique is used if impotence has developed against the background of insufficient production of sex hormones by the body.
- Medical therapy. It can be used as an independent treatment and as an additional technique.
- injection therapy. Usually this method is used for vasoconstriction. By injecting drugs directly into the urethra or corpora cavernosa, they can be dilated.
For each patient, the doctor develops an individual treatment plan that allows you to restore male power quickly and effectively.
It is difficult to name the most effective and fastest medicine to increase potency after 60 years. But, it is better to approach the solution of this intimate problem holistically and start healing your body by normalizing your diet, increasing physical activity and taking medicines that eliminate nutritional deficiencies. In this case, the increase in potency will be more continuous and long-term, and intimate life will be more vivid and unforgettable.
Treatment with pills after 60 years
Use tablets for the treatment of impotence in the elderly should be used with caution, specialist consultation is required. Such drugs cause a sharp flow of blood to the genitals, which can be dangerous for people with diseases of the heart and blood vessels.
Treatment is selected personally: it includes rejection of bad habits, gymnastics, massage, as well as getting rid of comorbidities that interfere with intimate life.
Impotence in old age: treatment with folk remedies
Impotence in old age is a common problem: it is associated with the extinction of testosterone production and decreased libido. In addition, several other pathologies are often present at the age of 50 and above.
However, folk remedies help to prolong male youth: among them are ginseng with pronounced tonic properties, seafood, honey, nuts, rosehip soup. Daily gymnastics and increased physical activity also help maintain male strength in old age.
Advantages of impotence treatment in specialized centers:
- Treatment is carried out after diagnosing the cause and making an accurate diagnosis. Therefore, the percentage of successful treatment is very high - 98%.
- The clinic employs all the necessary specialists: andrologists, urologists, sexologists, endocrinologists, surgeons, therapists and other doctors.
- The most effective treatment methods are used to increase potency.
- The goal of erectile dysfunction treatment is to increase the natural potential for life, and not to prescribe a one-time sex stimulant.
- The ability to restore sexual desire and at any age
- Possibility of independent control and erection planning
- Effective treatment for other male sexual disorders: premature ejaculation, decreased libido, penis enlargement.
Impotence: pills for treatment
There are many pills for impotence treatment. The most common and well-known drugs are based on phosphodiesterase inhibitors.
They relax muscle tissue, providing increased blood flow to the penis. Another group includes supplements and many of their generics - they help relax the smooth muscles of blood vessels. The drugs are taken in a course of at least 2 weeks after consulting a doctor. Patients realize its high efficiency in the long term.
Causes in young people
The first signs of erectile dysfunction can appear even at a young age of up to 30 years - it is associated with physical and psychological reasons. Young men are more likely to suffer not because of physical problems, but because of psychological experiences: shame inspired by parents, fear of rejection, low self-esteem or guilt.
Stress leads to problems in the relationship with the partner, which eventually develops into dysfunction. In difficult cases, the help of a psychologist is needed. Hormonal causes are also common - testosterone deficiency can cause underdevelopment of the genital organs and lack of erection.
Prevention
One of the effective methods to prevent the occurrence of erectile dysfunction is to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle:
- give up alcohol, smoking and other bad habits
- balanced diet
- active lifestyle
- normal sex life without prolonged abstinence.
It is necessary to reduce the negative effects of stress on the body, for which it is recommended to study some effective methods to relax the body and use them regularly.
But the most important thing is to undergo a regular medical examination and contact a specialist on time so that therapeutic measures take a minimum of time and ensure maximum effectiveness.