Impotence

Impotence, or erectile dysfunction, is a very common male sexual problem. Approximately 2.3 million UK men suffer from it, and more than one in ten men will experience it at some point in their life. Impotence isn't age specific; any age group can be affected. Young men, in particular, can be prone to recurrent problems because of nerves, stress and the pressure to perform.

The good news is that impotence is usually a temporary problem. There are many effective impotence treatment options for this condition, including oral treatments such as Viagra, Cialis and Levitra, as well as non-prescription solutions, such as counselling or therapy.

Defining impotence

Impotence is the inability to achieve or maintain an erection to complete satisfactory sexual intercourse. This could mean that you are unable to get an erection when aroused, or it could mean that you lose your erection before or after penetration. If you experience this problem several times in a short period of time, then you should speak to a doctor or take an online consultation to discover the nature of your problem and to find an appropriate treatment.

What's going wrong?

Getting an erection is a complicated process. When you're aroused, more blood flows towards twin chambers in your penis known as the corpus cavernosa. A nucleotide in your penis called cGMP is released which instructs the walls of the corpus cavernosa to relax. This allows the increased blood flow to enter, engorging the penis to create an erection. While this is happening, an enzyme called PDE-5 naturally breaks down the cGMP.

Impotence occurs when any part of this process is disrupted. This is often caused by the imbalance between cGMP and PDE-5, either because you are not producing enough cGMP, or because too much PDE-5 is preventing it from working. The narrowing of blood vessels, caused by smoking, is another common cause.

What causes impotence?

The first step to finding treatment is to determine the causes of your condition. Impotence can be caused by both psychological and physical reasons. Short term causes tend be psychological, such as depression, stress or anxiety. Those experiencing recurrent problems are more likely to have a physical problem, which could be a medical condition, or the result of an unhealthy lifestyle.

The best way to discover if you have a long term impotence problem is to see whether you have an erection when you awake in the morning. If you are erect, your problem is not physical. Similarly, if you achieve an erection when masturbating, your symptoms are psychological.

Psychological causes include:

• Guilt
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Stress
• Exhaustion
• Conflict with your partner
• Unresolved sexual orientation
• Sexual boredom

Physical causes include:

• Diabetes
• Smoking
• Alcoholism
• Deterioration of the arteries
• Being overweight
• Medications
• Cerebral or spinal cord injuries
• Abdominal or prostate surgery

Finding treatment

The first thing to do is to discuss your condition with your partner and your doctor to determine the cause. If you feel too uncomfortable discussing the problem with your own doctor, we can help to set up a consultation with a specialist. You can also take a consultation online.

If it's psychological, you might benefit from counselling or psychotherapy. If your doctor thinks your problem is physical, they can perform tests to determine the exact causes and help you to find treatment.

Prescription impotence treatments

Oral medication is the most popular impotence treatment. These medications are usually taken as needed, for long or short term treatment, and work by restricting the action of the PDE-5 enzyme, allowing more blood to flow to your penis.

Viagra

Viagra, the first impotence medication, has helped an estimated 20 million men to enjoy a healthy sex life. It should be taken 30 minutes before sex and lasts for up to four hours.

Cialis

Cialis lasts for 36 hours, allowing for greater sexual spontaneity, and takes 30 minutes to work. It can also be taken in a small daily dose for those who have persistent impotence problems.

Cialis Once a Day

Cialis Once a Day is the only prescription treatment designed for regular use. If taken every day, it will allow you to maintain an erection whenever you want, without needing to take a pill just before sex.

Levitra

Levitra is more suitable for older men and those suffering from underlying conditions, such as diabetes, high cholesterol and high blood pressure. It works within 20 minutes and lasts for up to five hours.

Levitra Orodispersible

Levitra orodispersible tablets are an alternative for men who may find it difficult to swallow tablets. They are dissolved on the tongue up to 20 minutes before sex and can last for up to five hours.

If you are unsure of the best treatment for you, you may choose to buy the Impotence Trial Pack. This way, you can try the different treatments yourself to compare the effects and decide which medication is most suitable for your lifestyle and needs.

You should beware of generic versions of any of these medications. These may not have been created in safe clinical conditions and their effectiveness may be untested.

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