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Five Causes of ED You Can Prevent

erectile dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is more common than you think, affecting about 30 million men in the United States. Black males are more likely to get ED than other races due to inherent factors and lifestyle choices. ED is the inability to get and keep an erection firm enough to have sex. This may be associated with a low sex drive as well as issues with ejaculation and orgasm. 

Failure to get an erection is normal in up to 20 percent of sexual encounters but you should seek medical attention if this occurs more than 50 percent of the time. 

Just how common is ED? The incidence of ED increases with age at a rate of 10 percent per decade. 50 percent of men in their 50s have mild-to-moderate dysfunction and this increases to 60 percent in the 60s. 

In terms of complete erectile dysfunction, 5 percent of men at 40 years and 15 percent at 70 years old are affected.

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Male sexual arousal is a complex process involving your brain, emotions, hormones (such as testosterone), blood vessels and nerves.  A problem with any one of these components can lead to ED.  

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Let’s discuss five causes of ED, you should consider:

Tobacco Use

An erection can only occur when the blood vessels in the penis enlarge and fill with blood. Smoking leads to restriction of the blood flow to the veins and arteries in your body, including the ones going to your penis.  A few studies have also shown that nicotine is linked to a lower sex drive in men. 

Chronic Medical Conditions

Medical conditions, particularly heart disease and diabetes, can cause ED. Erectile dysfunction is one of the most common complications of diabetes. Uncontrolled diabetes has been associated with low testosterone levels as well as damage to the nerves and blood vessels that supply the penis. Erectile dysfunction might be an early sign of current or future heart disease.  This is often due to dysfunction of the endothelium (inner lining) of the blood vessels. This results in inadequate blood flow to the heart and the penis and promotes plaque buildup.

Being Overweight or Obese

Testosterone is the main male hormone and it is responsible for the development of the male reproductive organs, sperm production and libido. Obesity lowers testosterone levels. In fact, 79 percent of men with ED are overweight or obese. Being obese also places you

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