What are the physical & emotional causes of erectile dysfunction?
a) What are the physical & emotional causes of erectile dysfunction? • Lack of blood flow in the penis : Many health issues can reduce blood flow into the penis, such as hardened arteries, heart disease, diabetes etc. • The penis cannot trap blood during an erection If blood does not stay in the penis for long, a man can not keep erection. • Nerve signals from the brain does not reach the penis. • Diabetes can cause small vessel disease or nerve damage to the penis resulting in erectile dysfunction. • Cancer treatments near the pelvis can cause erectile problem. b) Emotional causes of erectile dysfunction (ED)? These are the some emotional issues that can cause ED • Depression • Anxiety • Relationship conflicts • Stress at home or work • Stress from social, cultural or religious conflicts • Worrying for performance in intercourse