Referred to as Impotence in the past, Erectile Dysfunction or ED simply means that you are unable to achieve an erection or unable to maintain an erection long enough to enjoy satisfying sexual intercourse. Obviously, this is a deeply personal matter and your local Total Med Solutions clinic understands and respects this fact. That’s why we offer discrete and confidential evaluations and treatment in a comfortable, caring and understanding environment.
ED is far more common than most would believe. Even though it’s typically seen in men over 40, it can affect men of all ages.
Just The Facts:
- 52% of men between 40 and 70 have some degree of erectile dysfunction
- 10% of all men are not able to achieve an erection at all
- ED is caused by physical factors in 90% of the cases.
- Emotional or psychological factors account for only 10% of ED cases.
- There is clear evidence that the occurrence of ED increases with age.
- 39% of 40 year old men are affected by ED.
- 67% of 70 year old men are affected by ED.
If you feel that you are affected by ED, it’s important to know that you are not alone and that help is readily available.
Common symptoms of ED include:
- Difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection one in four times of attempting sexual intercourse.
- Difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection that persists for more than 30 days.
- Taking longer than usual to achieve an erection.
- Difficulty achieving an erection in certain positions.
- Erections that become weaker or less rigid.
- Having to make a conscious effort to maintain an erection.
- Morning erections becoming less frequent or less rigid.
- Climaxing or ejaculating more rapidly or prematurely.
- Climaxing or ejaculating with an incomplete erection.
ED is commonly seen in men who have Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, High Blood Cholesterol, and Cardiac diseases. ED is also common in men who smoke or have poor overall circulation. There are also over 200 prescription medications that can potentially cause, contribute to, or aggravate ED. ED can even cause or worsen psychological problems such as poor motivation, feelings of inadequacy, frustration, denial, and low self-esteem. It can also lead to depression and/or have a negative impact on personal, family and business relationships if left untreated. ED is best treated promptly to prevent further deterioration and progressive loss of function.
