Male Impotence Causes
(Understand the causes of male impotence.)
The first step in treating impotence is that you understand
the cause of impotence including the psychology, physiology and anatomy
responsible for the ability to achieve and maintain an erection. If an you
can comprehend cause of impotence than you can better understand the factors
that are responsible for impotence and find the most appropriate
male impotence treatment option.
Impotence or Erectile Dysfunction is defined as the inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for mutually satisfying
intercourse. The incidence of impotence correlates with an individuals age impotence effects some
38% of men
by the age of 36 years old. Impotence impacts more than a man's sexual activity. The emotions and uncertainties
that coincide with this condition often have a significant effect on a man's self-esteem, as well as, his relationship
with his partner. Although the incidence of impotence increases with age, it is not an inevitable result of
aging. Impotence causes may be a secondary condition linked to many medical conditions.
Impotence
symptoms for a variety of impotence causes can now
be successfully treated. For detailed
impotence treatment information
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Normal Erectile Function
(Understand the normal erection physiology.)
For something that appears so natural, an erection is a rather complicated
process involving the coordination of the psychological, neurological and
cardiovascular systems.
The penis becomes erect following a series of events
if any of these systems are compromised then impotence may prevail. In the
normal erection process without impotence symptoms, first, the nerves are
stimulated, a sensation known as arousal.
Next no matter what the nature of the stimulus, visual, mental or physical the brain coordinates the following series of events:
- Nerve
impulses transverse the length of the spinal cord to the pudendal nerve
and on to the penis. Smooth muscle within the walls of the penile arteries
respond by relaxing. Subsequently, the penile arteries dilate allowing up
to eight times more blood to flow into the corpora cavernosum, (two parallel
cylinders that transverse the length of the penis.
- The
cavernosum become engorged with blood expanding and lengthening the penis.
The expanding tissue then exerts a positive pressure compressing the veins
that normally empty the blood from the penis, maintaining the blood in the
penile tissue. When ejaculation occurs or when arousal is discontinued the
penis returns to its non-erect state.
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Natural Occurring Causes of Impotence
Historically, when an individual consulted his doctor concerning impotence he was usually informed there were no known physiological answers concerning his condition. Today, a generation of research has resulted in significant advances in both the diagnosis and treatment of impotence . Doctors now understand that approximately 85% of impotence is caused by physical/organic conditions while only 15% is due to psychological or mixed origin (both psychological and organic). Some important causes of physiological impotence are as follows:
Impotence Caused By Vascular Disease
Vascular
Disease is the leading cause of impotence. Vascular disorders include arteriosclerosis
(hardening of the arteries), hypertension, hyper-cholestremia and other
conditions which interfere with the blood flow to the penis. Additionally,
"venous leakage", a condition occurring when the penile veins
are unable to constrict efficiently during an erection, also contributes
to poor erections. When these veins "leak", blood escapes to the
periphery resulting in a poor erection.
Impotence Caused By Diabetes is another common cause of
impotence. Approximately 50% of men with insulin dependent diabetes experience
some degree of impotence after 55 years old. Diabetes results in poor circulation
and/or peripheral neuropathy. When the nerves are involved, sexual stimuli
are not transmitted appropriately to or from the brain and impotence develops.
Impotence
symptoms for a variety of impotence causes can now
be successfully treated. For detailed
impotence treatment information
(click here for details).
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Impotence Caused by Neurological Disease
Impotence Caused By Neurological Diseases such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, spinal cord injuries and long term effects of diabetes can also result in impotence causes.
Impotence Caused By Endocrine System
Deficiencies in the Endocrine System are another cause of impotence. Low
levels of testosterone or thyroid hormone can interfere with the stimulation
process necessary in the erection sequence. Excessive production of prolactin
by the pituitary gland may contribute to decreased levels of testosterone
resulting in a lack of desire. Diabetes once again enters the scenario as
it is classified as an endocrine disorder.
Impotence
symptoms for a variety of impotence causes can now
be successfully treated. For detailed
impotence treatment information
(click here for details).
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Impotence Caused by Prescription Medications
Prescription medications often cause impotence as a side effect. Some two hundred known medications fall into this category including:
Impotence Caused By Anti-hypertensives Medications:
- Beta-blocker
medications
e.g. Atenolol, Propanolol and Tenorium.
- Diuretics
medications e.g. HydroDiuril and Lasix.
- Ace Inhibitors/Calcium Channel Blockers medications e.g. Vasotec®, Lotension®, Cardizem® and Norvasc® periodically cause Erectile Dysfunction , however, they are generally represent an excellent alternative medication for individuals with drug induced Erectile Dysfunction.
Impotence Caused By Antidepressant
and/or Antipsychotic Medications
Impotence Caused By Antidepressant/Antipsychotic Medications
-of almost any label can also result in impotence e.g. Prozac®, Elavil®,
Zoloft®, Thorazine® and Haldol®. Note: Many other medications
in a variety of classes can periodically cause impotence. If you take a
prescription medication or an over-the-counter medication, regularly, please
consult with your physician.
However, do not alter a dosage or discontinue a medication without the advice
of your doctor.
Impotence
symptoms for a variety of impotence causes can now
be successfully treated. For detailed
impotence treatment information
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Impotence Caused by Smoking
Impotence Caused By Smoking - Smoking as been linked as an impotence cause in numerous clinical studies. The most common causes of the organic component of impotence are vascular abnormalities associated with atherosclerosis and diabetes mellitus. Atherosclerosis causes 40% of cases of impotence, and in cases of diabetes mellitus the prevalence of impotence is 50%. Smoking is significantly associated with the development of both atherosclerosis and diabetes mellitus.
The Epidemiology and Pathophysiology of Impotence.
The Journal of Urology 2008 April; 161(1):5-11
After smoking two cigarettes, the diameter of the internal pudendal artery narrows and the penile arteries almost completely close. This evidence suggests that smoking can cause an acute vasospastic constriction of the arteries in the penis. These observations are supported by physiological evidence that nicotine causes acute peripheral vasoconstriction. Acute Vasospasm of Penile Arteries in Response to Cigarette Smoking. Urology 1990; 36(1):99-100
Researchers at Wake Forest University in Winston Salem, North Carolina concluded
that male smokers who suffer from long standing hypertension are 26 times
more likely to be impotent than those individuals who do not smoke. April
2008, The Journal of Family Practice.
Aside from impotence, smoking as also been linked to the following negative effect concerning male sexual health:
Reduced
volume of ejaculation
Lowered
sperm count
Abnormal
sperm shape
Impaired
sperm motility
Impotence
symptoms for a variety of impotence causes can now
be successfully treated. For detailed
impotence treatment information
(click here for details).
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Additional Events That Can Cause Impotence
Symptoms
Impotence Caused By LH-RH Analogs/Antiandrogen Medications
e.g. Lupron Depot®, Eulexin®, Nilandron®, Casodex®, etc.
are medications are used in the treatment of prostate cancer. They function
by decreasing the production of testosterone in the testes and adrennal
glands, which decrease in testosterone often results in impotence.
Impotence Caused By Chemotherapy/Radiation therapy is also a significant contributors to impotence. These drugs/treatments are used in the treatment of cancer.
Impotence Caused By Substance Abuse can also negatively effect male potency. The chronic use of cocaine, marijuana, alcohol, steroids etc. often results in impotence, as well as a decrease in desire. Excessive tobacco use can also attribute to impotence by accentuating the effects of other risk factor such as vascular disease or hypertension.
Impotence Caused By Radical Pelvic Surgery also result in impotence. Surgical procedures involving the prostate gland, bladder or colon may interfere with the nerves involved in the erectile response. Radiation therapy for cancer may also effect the erectile process.
Psychological Causes Of Impotence is usually diagnosed when no physical causes can be defined. Pure psychological impotence usually occurs suddenly without warning as opposed to physical impotence that may gradually develop over the years.
Some common psychological causes of impotence are as follows:
- Performance
Anxiety as a Cause of Impotence - one of the most common causes of psychological impotence. When
a man feels pressured to achieve or maintain an erection, he will commonly
become anxious and nervous when in a sexually demanding situation.
- Stress as a Cause of Impotence -
stress
increases the body's production of catecholamines such as adrenaline and
nor- adrenaline, which act as erection inhibitors. The release of these
inhibitors further contributes to failure resulting in more anxiety. Therefore,
the cycle begins, increased stress resulting in increased catecholomines
that further inhibits the erectile process.
- Depression as a Cause of Impotence - is another cause of psychogenic impotence. Unfortunately, many of the popular
antidepressant medications (for a list see prescription medications in the
next section) have side effects which include erectile failure.
Impotence
symptoms for a variety of impotence causes can now
be successfully treated. For detailed
impotence treatment information
(click here for details).
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Impotence Caused By Anatomical Deviation of the Penis
Anatomical Deviation of the Penis, known as Peyronie's Disease, may also
cause impotence. This condition usually develops from an inflammatory process
and results in fibrous scaring of the penis. The cause of this process is
not yet understood; however, when an erection does occur, there is a bending
of the penis secondary to the scar tissue. This curvature may interfere
with erectile capacity and/or ejaculation.
Fortunately, Peyronies disease is a rare condition that is not a common
cause of impotence symptoms. However, if you feel you may have Peyronies
disease you should visit your local Urologist.
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Treatment For Impotence Causes
Fortunately,
there are now very effective treatment options for a variety of impotence
causes
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