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
