MEDICAL CONDITIONS THAT CAN CAUSE ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION

 

Erectile dysfunction is becoming a more frequent problem; it can cause by a number of underlying medical conditions. In often times treating the underlying condition is enough to reverse this condition. It is estimated that erectile dysfunction affects about 1 in every 10 males.

 

MEDICAL CONDITIONS THAT COMMONLY CAUSE ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION

 

Erectile dysfunction can occur due to a variety of underlying conditions like:

·     CARDIAC CONDITIONS: Health issues that are originated in the heart & blood flow such as heart diseases, high cholesterol, hypertension & atherosclerosis can cause erectile dysfunction. These diseases, which account for 70% of physical-related causes of ED, restrict blood flow to the heart, the brain, and in the case of ED to the penis.  

·     ENDOCRINE DISORDERS: The endocrine system of our body is a network of glands & organs that regulates various bodily functions. Endocrine disorders create hormonal imbalance in our body as it can cause the disturbance in the production of hormones & this imbalance of hormones in the body can cause erectile dysfunction. Endocrine disorders such as diabetes & hypogonadism (low levels of testosterone hormone) can affect a man’s ability to maintain a complete erection.

·     NEUROLOGICAL & NERVE DISORDERS: The nervous system of our body plays a vital role in achieving & maintaining an erection. Medical conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, a brain tumor, multiple sclerosis & stroke can affect the brain’s function to communicate with the penis of man & ultimately can develop symptoms of erectile dysfunction.

·     PROSTATE PROBLEMS- Prostate problems such as benign prostate hyperplasia (enlarged prostate gland) & prostatic cancer are associated with erectile dysfunction. Prostate problems don’t cause ED on its own, but treatment for prostate cancer can lead to erectile problems.