The information in this article is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended as a guide to self-diagnosis or treatment. If symptoms of the disease appear, consult a doctor.
Impotence is a disorder of penile erection due to pathological changes in the body. As a result of the disease, an erection may be completely absent or insufficiently strong for sexual intercourse. Other symptoms may also appear, which men may not notice for a long time.
Impotence can be caused by a variety of factors, ranging from stress and psychological trauma to serious illness. Therefore, you should not wait for the problem to go away or self-medicate. It's best to see a doctor promptly and restore the quality of your intimate life.
Impotence most often develops in men after 45-50 years of age, but can sometimes manifest in their 30s and even 20s. The likelihood of developing erectile dysfunction increases when testosterone production declines. This typically occurs between 27 and 35 years of age.
What are the possible symptoms of impotence?
In medicine, impotence is divided into two types: organic and psychogenic. Organic erectile dysfunction can be caused by cardiovascular disease, diabetes, neurological disorders, and other disorders. Psychogenic erectile dysfunction can be triggered by stress, chronic sleep deprivation, or psychological trauma. The symptoms of impotence in these cases will vary.
Organic impotence may include:
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absence or decreased erection during intercourse (the problem develops slowly, the number of "failures" gradually increases);
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absence of spontaneous erections at night and in the morning;
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rapid ejaculation;
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decreased Potency;
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Decreased duration of sexual intercourse;
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Lack of ejaculation, decreased sensitivity during orgasm.
If impotence is caused by pathological processes within the body, its symptoms usually manifest gradually. The absence or decrease in erection may initially be episodic, but then become more frequent. A characteristic symptom is also the loss of spontaneous erections at night and in the morning.
Psychogenic impotence is characterized by:
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sudden decrease or loss of erection with each attempt at sexual intercourse;
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decreased sexual desire;
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disappearance of the problem when alone, in the absence of stress;
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normal spontaneous erections at night and in the morning.
Erectile dysfunction may be suspected to be psychogenic in nature if the problem suddenly appears. For example, a man may show no signs of impotence, but then suddenly experience problems with erections during every sexual encounter. The sudden erection usually persists.
In 2019, Japanese scientists also discovered that impotence in men can be detected by external signs. Their study showed that men with short strides have weak groin muscles. This, according to the researchers, is a key factor in the development of impotence. The study involved 324 men, so its results are still considered preliminary.
At the first sign of impotence, it's best to immediately consult a urologist. They will conduct a diagnosis and, if necessary, help you choose treatment. This will prevent the situation from worsening and preserve the joy of your intimate life.
