Erections and erectile dysfunction

Erectile function in men is an indicator of sexual arousal. Many men, in one way or another, are faced with the fact that sexual power becomes weak or completely disappears, this phenomenon is called erectile dysfunction and it occurs when some kind of malfunction occurs in the body.

Types of penis erection

Penis erection occurs both spontaneously and under the influence of some factors.

Experts distinguish three types of erection:

In most cases, a man's boner comes from thoughts of an intimate nature even before the onset of physical affection.

Reflex erection

The type of arousal under consideration is quite understandable. It comes directly when a partner touches a man's genitals. Touching irritates the nerve endings and sends a signal to the brain, as a result of which the process of filling the penis with blood and hardening immediately begins.

The presented type of erection occurs only with a normal level of testosterone in the blood and is the only type of erectile activity that remains in men in old age. Psychogenic erection in men over 50 is usually absent.

Psychogenic erection

Arousal arising under the influence of erotic thoughts or caresses of parts of the body that are not genital organs is considered psychogenic. The limbic system of the brain is responsible for the occurrence of this type of erection.

The following stimuli can provoke a psychogenic erection:

• acoustic stimuli;
• fragrances;
• gustatory stimuli;
• erotic memories or thoughts;
• visual factors (watching erotic films, contemplating a naked partner).

This type of arousal occurs in the vast majority only in young men. Psychogenic arousal occurs quickly and does not differ from reflex.

Spontaneous riser

Involuntary erection of the penis is normal in men, boys, and the fetus. Experts noted that involuntary erection is most often observed at night. In one night, 5-6 erections can occur; in adult men, more frequent spontaneous erections can occur.

Spontaneous erection is necessary for oxygen to enter the penis even in the absence of intimate life, and since oxygen enters the penis only with arterial blood, it is almost impossible at rest.

The morning riser also applies to spontaneous erection. It occurs when the bladder is full or the testicles are full of seminal fluid.

Erection duration

The duration of an erection of a healthy man depends on his individual characteristics. The stronger and more enduring a man, the longer the penis remains erect.

It should be noted that a longer erection is observed when:

• no stressful situations;
• proper activity of the sexual partner;
• having sympathy for the girl with whom intercourse is carried out;
• absence of organ pathologies;
• having a comfortable environment.

Experts say that, on average, a healthy man's erection lasts from 5 to 30 minutes. Any duration of an erection that fits within these boundaries is considered the norm. Regardless of the duration of the erection, it should end with the eruption of seminal fluid, if this does not happen, then there is some deviation.

An erection lasting less than 5 minutes or more than 30 is considered a deviation. With an excessively short erection, vascular disorders occur, and with a longer erection, a disease such as priapism occurs. With this ailment, the penis retains an erect state for a long time, as a result of which pain and deformation of the penis occur.

Reasons for not having an erection

Erection should be, but in some cases it is short, weak or absent altogether, this may be due to various pathologies, both congenital and acquired. In young men, the cause of erectile dysfunction is most often a violation of the psycho-emotional background. Also, with high physical activity and lack of rest, disturbances in the work of the male genital organ can be observed. To lead a full-fledged intimate life, a man must sleep at least 8 hours.

The reasons for erectile dysfunction can be:

• a large number of stressful situations;
• conflicts in the family or at work;
• physical or emotional overwork;
• lack of self-confidence;
• negative attitude towards a sexual partner;
• depression;
• bad experience of the first intimate relationship;
• fears.

Organic disorders in the body can lead to the absence or failure of an erection. For example, potency is most often affected by abnormalities of the cardiovascular system and instability of blood pressure.

Such pathologies can also provoke erectile dysfunction:

• diabetes mellitus;
• uneven hormonal levels;
• inflammation in the pelvic organs;
• diseases transmitted through sexual contact;
• congenital defects of the male genital organ;
• damage to the spine and spinal cord;
• Alzheimer's;
• Parkinson;
• penile injections;
• epileptic seizures;
• trauma to the genital organ.

Regardless of the reason, modern medicine has methods to restore a full erection, but despite this, it is better to prevent problems than to solve them.

Manifestations of erectile dysfunction

Experts identify several types of manifestations of erectile dysfunction:

• lack of sex drive;
• violation of the process or time of erection of the penis;
• impaired sperm secretion;
• lack of orgasm.

Most often, there is a lack of desire to enter into intimacy. This is usually due to fatigue, stress, or general malaise. It could also be due to unstable testosterone levels or a bad relationship with your partner.

Other symptomatic manifestations are usually associated with poor circulation in the pelvic organs or psychological problems.

Types of erectile dysfunction

Experts subdivide the types of erectile dysfunction according to the type of their origin and the method of therapy:

Timely contacting a specialist allows you to quickly identify the cause and eliminate problems.

Elimination of violations of intimate life

The method of therapy depends on what triggered the problem. For psychological problems, psychotherapy sessions and some medications that do not have a negative effect on potency are prescribed.

Congenital or acquired defects of the male genital organ are eliminated through surgery. Organ dysfunctions, as a rule, are eliminated by drug therapy. Eliminating the cause leads to the normalization of the organs of the reproductive system.

Negative pressure method

For the appearance of an erection, before entering into sexual intercourse, the man's sexual organ is placed in a specialized device that builds up negative pressure, as a result of which vasodilation and the onset of an erection occur.

To prevent the penis from falling off, a tourniquet is attached to the base of the penis before it is removed, which prevents venous blood from flowing back. This method is safe, but not very reliable. Erection of the penis acquired in this way can last for a long time, but it will be uncertain.

Medication therapy

Drug therapy is the basis for solving the problem of sexual impotence. To eliminate the problem, "Viagra" and others with identical action are used. Taking them leads to increased blood flow in the pelvic organs and provoking a persistent, long-lasting erection.

The use of these products is not safe and can cause significant harm to the body. To minimize negative manifestations, it is necessary to consult with a specialist to determine the acceptable dosage.

Penile Shaft Injection

This method allows you to achieve a persistent erection, but its use is permissible no more than once every 7 days. The method is very unpleasant and inconvenient. The selection of the drug and dosage is made individually for each patient.

The considered method of solving sexual problems is not safe, as it may entail certain complications. Also, if a specialist's instructions are not followed, harmful consequences can be observed.

Suppositories for the urethra

Excitement occurs after the introduction of a suppository into the urethra. The duration of an erection is at least 1 hour. It should be noted that drugs for this method are expensive, and the method itself is very inconvenient.

Surgical interventions are performed only if other methods cannot be used to eliminate the cause of the problem with erectile function.

Preventive measures

In order not to face such a problem as erectile dysfunction until old age, you should adhere to certain recommendations of experts:

By adhering to these rules and leading an active lifestyle, you can never face such a problem as impotence.