12 causes of erectile dysfunction in young men
The figures state that the older you are, the more at risk you are from
developing erectile dysfunction (or ED) however this doesn’t mean – if you are
below a certain age – you should feel alone. Studies have also suggested that an
increasing number of men between the ages of 25-35 are being diagnosed with the
condition, especially linked to other notable physiological factors not strictly
related to age taking hold. In fact, official figures from the Journal of Sexual
Medicine have found that 1 in 4 patients diagnosed were under the age of forty
with half of those having severe ED.
Erectile dysfunction contains a wide spectrum of males who find their erection
to be inadequate. It is classed as the inability to achieve or maintain an
erection to complete sexual intercourse, whether this is losing your erection
before or after penetration OR an inability to achieve an erection at all.
Considering the various reasons, it comes as no surprise approximately 2.3
million men suffer from the condition in the UK.
The causes of ED are a varying batch, as well as the physical causes often
associated with age (for example, diabetes, deterioration of the arteries or
certain medications) there are many underlining factors caused by mental AND
physical factors that can affect anyone:
- Guilt
- Anxiety
- Unresolved sexual orientation
- Depression
- Stress
- Alcoholism
- Obesity
- Smoking
Any one or a number of these factors could be the cause of your ED woes,
however the causes in younger men have been linked to a growing number of
stress-related issues. These relationship and lifestyle factors which can also
include the inability to maintain an erection with your partner, yet sometimes
masturbation is never an issue, as well as an aspect of peer pressure.
In young men, it can be a vicious cycle of the initial issue accompanied by
thoughts of stress, anxiety and inadequacy that can fuel the fire. Due to the
nature of the subject, you may feel you’re alone however you are far from it. As
well as treatments available through your GP or online, there are some tips you
can try to make your condition far more manageable:
- Free your thoughts – disconnect your brain from any negative feelings
associated with ED, as well as your personal life.
- Consider your surroundings – does your bedroom have negative connotations?
It could be worth revamping your room or staying with your partner more often?
- Get some sleep – to help your stress levels, and even weight loss, to have
you feeling more confident.
- Talk – whether it’s to a trusted friend or family member, OR a medical
professional, a psychological issue cannot be resolved without opening up
first.
It goes without saying that ED is an unpleasant experience, however it’s
important to remember you’re not alone. Once you’ve tapped into the cause(s)
through communication tackling the root of the issue, you can begin to enjoy a
healthy and exciting sex life.
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