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Depression and Erectile Dysfunction

admin — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 06:20:23 +0000

Depression and erectile dysfunction have a high statistical correlation. Some studies have quantified that over 80% of men who suffer from depression also experience the symptoms of erectile dysfunction. Surely, this can only serve to exacerbate the underlying depression thus creating a vicious circle.

Scientists have not definitively identified the physical mechanism which results in this causality, but most attribute it to hormonal fluctuations brought on by the depression. Hormones are a critical component of the formula which results in sustainable erections. The other component relates to blood circulation which has no link to psychological manifestations like depression.

Many experts believe that by addressing the erectile dysfunction, either through pharmaceuticals or more holistic means, they can break this unhealthy cycle. Improved sexual health often provides the requisite underpinnings of confidence and self-esteem necessary for successfully emerging from prolonged depression. Those who are afflicted with depression should fully explore this avenue of potential relief.

Effects of Diabetes on Male Sexual Health

admin — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 06:16:10 +0000

Diabetes in America is reaching epidemic proportions. This disease entails a multiplicity of risks which can lead to complications including amputation, coma and even death in extreme cases. Outcomes such as these are relatively rare, however, the effects of diabetes on male sexual health has been well documented.

Studies estimate that half of all men with diabetes suffer from erectile dysfunction. This number skyrockets to over 90% for men over the age of 70. The pathology of diabetes directly attacks the modalities necessary to facilitate consistent and robust erections.

Diabetes causes disruption within the nerves and blood vessels responsible for vigorous male sexual health. Most of the popular drugs designed to aid those with erectile dysfunction will work for diabetics, however, caution should be taken to heed the warnings against combining these drugs with other heart medications which are commonly taken by diabetics.

Hypertension and Erectile Dysfunction

admin — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 17:17:40 +0000

Hypertension, also referred to as high blood pressure, is a health condition where a person’s blood pressure is elevated at all times. In most cases, hypertension is a condition that exists on its own, without other diseases contributing to it. In the instances where someone has another disease which causes hypertension, the medical community refers to the condition as “secondary hypertension.” Here, we’re going to examine the correlation between hypertension and male sexual health.

As an arterial disorder, hypertension reduces the amount of blood flow to parts of the body, something that’s essential for a man to be able to achieve an erection. When blood flow is restricted to the penis, an erection is much more difficult. This is where a vasodilator like Viagra, Levitra, or Cialis comes into use. These medications allow more blood to flow, and help counteract the restricted blood flow, however, it’s only temporary.

The best method to be able to fight against erectile dysfunction due to hypertension is to improve your health. Reducing your weight and increasing the amount of aerobic exercise that you do on a daily basis is a good first step. Regular exercise is good for increasing the amount of blood flow to all parts of the body.

Reducing stress through relaxation therapy and meditating are another great way to reduce hypertension. These are activities that can be incorporated into your daily activities, and you will begin to see the benefits immediately. Start meditating for 15 minutes a day, and a simple walking routine. Over time, gradually increase the amount of time you spend meditating and exercising so that you can build your body’s endurance.

Keeping your mind and body in good shape will help all areas of your health, but specifically men will benefit by being able to maintain a normal and healthy sexual lifestyle.

Erectile Dysfuction Causes – Part 1

admin — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 05:41:52 +0000

There are several factors that may cause erectile dysfunction in men. some which are able to be controlled, others which are not:

Psychological conditions and illnesses
Side effects of medications
Neurological conditions
Physical trauma
Hormonal imbalances
Vascular conditions and diseases
Diabetes
Venous leak
Peyronie’s Disease

This list of causes of erectile dysfunction varies quite a bit, which is why there are numerous medications and treatments available to assist men facing erectile dysfunction. The staff at the Sexual Health Blog will write about each of the general causes of erectile dysfunction in more detail in order to arm our readers with as much information as possible to improve their health.

In order to protect one’s sexual lifestyle, it is important for a man to keep themselves healthy! The first tip our staff has to pass along to our male readers is to EXERCISE! By increasing your bloodflow throughout the body, raising your heart rate, and burning off calories, you are doing your body a favor. Regular exercise will help fight against diabetes, and some psychological conditions which may be a result of low serotonin levels.

Additionally, by mixing in the usage of erectile dysfunction medicines like Cialis, Levitra or Viagra, men will find that their sexual lifestyle will improve and be as satisfying as ever!