Erectile dysfunction, commonly known as impotence, is the inability of men to achieve or maintain sufficient hardness for sexual intercourse. Vascular factors (blood vessels), psychological factors, neurological problems, hormonal factors, age, alcohol or tobacco use, or obesity can cause erectile problems in men. The prevalence of erectile dysfunction in men under the age of 40 ranges from approximately five to twenty percent. However, in men aged forty and over, this rate reaches levels of 25 to 50 percent. In other words, erectile dysfunction is a common health problem in the general population. The inability of the penis to harden sufficiently during sexual intercourse or the inability to maintain the erection can, over time, bring about conditions such as orgasm disorders and sexual reluctance. Operating in Adana, Özel Yaşam Merkezi has explained what erectile dysfunction is, its causes, and how it is treated for you.
What is Erectile Dysfunction?
Erectile dysfunction is the inability of the penis to become hard enough for healthy sexual intercourse or the inability to maintain this hardness throughout the sexual act. Men experiencing this problem cannot reach sufficient penile hardness and cannot have a successful, satisfying sexual experience.
What Causes Erectile Dysfunction?
Among the most common causes of erectile dysfunction are type 2 diabetes, prostate problems, certain hormonal disorders, high blood pressure, heart disease, vascular diseases, depression, smoking, alcohol, or obesity.
What Are the Physical Causes of Erectile Dysfunction?
Erectile problems can arise due to physical or psychological factors. To list the physical factors that cause erectile dysfunction:
- Arteriosclerosis (Hardening of the arteries)
- Hypertension
- Heart diseases
- Obesity
- Diabetes
- Use of cigarettes and tobacco products
- Insomnia
- Parkinson's disease
- Testosterone deficiency
- Thyroid disorders
- Prostate cancer or prostate cancer treatment
- Stress
- Antidepressant medications
- Hypertension medications
- Anxiety disorder and depression
- Self-confidence issues
- Relationship problems
- Sexual reluctance
- Peyronie's disease
- Intestinal, bladder, and prostate surgeries
What Are the Symptoms of Erectile Dysfunction?
The erectile dysfunction experienced by men often brings along social and psychological problems. The inability to provide sufficient hardness for sexual intercourse causes many problems in the relationship as well. If we need to list the conditions that can be evaluated as symptoms of erectile dysfunction:
- If the penis cannot reach sufficient hardness during sexual intercourse
- If the penis cannot maintain this hardness for a sufficient period even if it becomes hard
- If sexual reluctance is observed
- If orgasm disorder is experienced
- If penetration cannot be achieved, this situation is evaluated as a symptom of erectile dysfunction.
Who is Most Likely to Have Erectile Dysfunction? What is the Frequency?
Erectile problems are a health issue that can be encountered in men of almost all ages. On the other hand, the frequency of erectile problems increases as age progresses. When men over 40 are examined, the rate of erectile problems reaches up to fifty percent. In older men, this rate is even higher. Worldwide, the frequency of erectile problems shows an increasing momentum in men carrying risk factors. Risk factors can be listed as hypertension, cigarettes and tobacco products, diabetes, obesity, trauma, surgical operations, and heart disease.
What Are the Negative Effects of Erectile Dysfunction?
Erectile problems occurring in men directly and negatively affect the person's relationships and quality of life. To list the problems caused by erectile issues:
- Sexual Life Problems
- Lack of self-confidence
- Relationship problems
- Psychological problems
How is Erectile Dysfunction Recognized and Diagnosed?
To diagnose erectile dysfunction, the patient's medical history is first examined. If the patient cannot provide sufficient hardness in the penis during sexual intercourse or cannot maintain this hardness throughout sexual intercourse, this situation may be sufficient for diagnosis. If the patient experiences problems such as orgasm disorder and inability to achieve sufficient satisfaction from sexual intercourse, or if a decrease in the number of sexual encounters is seen, suspicion of erectile dysfunction develops.
It is necessary to learn the underlying causes of the erectile problem the patient is experiencing. For this purpose, the doctor asks some questions about sexual life. They investigate physical causes. Through physical examination, the structure of the penis, the level of hair growth, and the size of the testes are examined. If deemed necessary, blood tests can be used to examine testosterone, blood sugar, hormone values, and cholesterol. If a more advanced examination is required, Doppler Ultrasonography can be used to examine the structure of the vessels leading to the penis.
How is Erectile Dysfunction Treated?
Erectile dysfunction is a health problem that can be treated with the right methods. Cases managed by specialized physicians can be successfully treated. In the treatment of erectile dysfunction, some healthy lifestyle changes are first made for the patients. Afterwards:
- Medications can be given to increase blood flow to the penis
- Hormone supplements can be applied
- Injection treatments can be utilized
- Shock wave treatments (ESWT) can be applied around the penis
- Regular exercise programs are implemented
- Healthy eating habits are established
- Termination of smoking is recommended
- Reduction of alcohol consumption
- Establishing a healthy sleep routine
- Avoiding stress factors is recommended
- In advanced cases, penile prosthesis (happiness bar) treatment can be applied
- Psychotherapy applications can be used.
Erectile Dysfunction Treatment Prices
The prices and costs of erectile dysfunction treatment are shaped according to the nature of the treatment procedure to be applied, the expertise and experience of the physician performing the treatment, and the equipment of the clinic. To get current and clear information about erectile dysfunction treatment prices, you can contact Özel Yaşam Merkezi, which serves its patients in Adana.
Provinces Where We Provide Erectile Dysfunction Treatment Services
Özel Yaşam Merkezi, in its Adana-based clinic, provides erectile dysfunction treatment services to patients coming from surrounding provinces such as Mersin, Osmaniye, Hatay, Konya, Kayseri, and Gaziantep, as well as to many patients coming to our country within the scope of health tourism.
