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Signs & Symptoms Of Erectile Dysfunction In Men

The early symptoms of erectile dysfunction are very common in men like erection failures while having sex or delayed- ejaculation issues. You can encounter many Erectile dysfunction symptoms. If you are getting trouble during an erection, Facing difficulty in maintaining erections on a frequent basis, suddenly have no enthusiasm for sex, or experiencing a painful erection, you probably having ED. Frequent urination can also be considered an early symptom of Erectile Dysfunction.

But if the symptoms are not properly diagnosed, it may lead to other major issues. Hence knowing symptoms and properly getting it diagnosed with a sexologist in Jaipur, is the foremost thing to do to treat Erectile dysfunction.

Erectile Dysfunction Overview

Erectile DysfunctionErectile Dysfunction or ED is a sexual dysfunction that causes erection issues in a male body & prevents him from attaining pleasurable sex.
Affected Age17 years- 50 years
CausesCardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and mental issues
SymptomsTrouble in maintaining erections
TreatmentsShock wave therapy, Talk therapy, & medications are proven to be a great help in treating ED in males.

Sex is considered the supreme factor on which a couple’s relationship and compatibility depend to an extent. Apart from that, the emotional and physical benefits like better self-esteem, reduced- heart disease risks, and many others are responsible because of satisfying physical contact. But relations can be flurried if partners don’t enjoy physical intimacy. And one of the possible reasons can be Erectile Dysfunction(ED).

Sexual dysfunction is the issue that a lot of men face nowadays that prevents them from attaining pleasurable sex with their partners. Sexual issues can be of multiple types, but the majorly seen one is Erectile Dysfunction.

Is Erectile Dysfunction Normal?

Erectile Dysfunction is one of the most commonly seen sexual issues in males. The point to note is that if occasional erection issues are there, then there is no point of concern, but getting frequent ones can actually destroy your sexual life and your relationship as well.

How Common is ED?

How Common is ED?
  • Did know out of 10 men 1 man is suffering from erectile dysfunction
  • Did you know only 33%men seek advice from sex experts?
  • Did you know Ed is responsible for 20% of divorce cases
  • Did You know Ed Is also responsible for male infertility

Erectile Dysfunction Symptoms

If you are suffering from any sexual problems, then try to look for some basic symptoms of Erectile dysfunction.

The symptoms of Erectile Dysfunction are diagnosed through detailed medical, sexual, and social history. There may be a very low sex drive in men.
Some laboratory evaluations are done to screen the unrecognized systemic diseases and test the hormonal causes if any, like changes in testosterone and prolactin levels.

Depression, High Blood Pressure, and Severe Anxiety are why many people face erectile dysfunction at 17 or 20. The symptoms of ED at 20 are

ED testosterone Level symptoms:
If reports show low testosterone level: The sexologist in Jaipur check follicle-stimulating hormone and then prescribe

Erectile Dysfunction Early Signs

  • Frequent erection failures while having sex.
  • Not having a pleasurable time with their partner
  • Not having a firm erection is required for sexual intercourse.

Erectile Dysfunction Symptoms Age

Age has no dependency when it comes to sexual dysfunction. Erectile dysfunction usually occurs in men over the age of 40. But an unhealthy lifestyle, porn addiction, and no proper sex education for youth are responsible for the growing number of Ed cases at a young age. In recent days Ed’s symptoms are seen at 17, 20, 25, and 30 age. With increasing age, each person is more likely to have erectile problems.

Erectile Dysfunction Warning Signs

“We Recommended that men with ED be screened for depression and men with depression be screened for ED.”

In 2018, the Journal of performance Medicine published a review of 42 studies on ED and depression. Together, the studies included over 192,000 men. The authors reported that men with depression had a 39% increased risk for ED. And men with ED were almost three times more likely to have depression than men who had no trouble with erections.

These results do not necessarily mean that depression and ED cause each other directly.

Erectile Dysfunction Physical Symptoms

  • Low Testosterone – Some men with low testosterone have weak erections or are unable to have erections at all. Similarly, low testosterone has been linked to depression.
  • Poor Muscle Relaxation – In order to get a firm erection, the muscles in a man’s penis need to relax and allow blood to flow in. It’s possible that depression affects areas of the brain that release compounds involved with this process.
  • Medications – Many medications used to treat depression have performance side effects, which may include ED.

Erectile Dysfunction Psychological Symptoms

Erectile Dysfunction Psychological Symptoms:

Performance anxiety People with depression tend to think more negatively and may feel less confident. A depressed man might think, “I don’t have what it takes to please my partner” and then have erection difficulties.

Erectile Dysfunction Relationship Symptoms

ED can be stressful for men and their partners, and depression can develop from relationship conflict. The man with ED might worry that he is not meeting his partner’s needs and feel that he is inadequate or less masculine. His partner might worry about being attractive enough or suspect that the man is having an affair. If these feelings aren’t brought out into the open, the situation can worsen, with both partners withdrawing, avoiding each other, or missing the intimacy that they once shared.

Symptoms test for Erectile Dysfunction

If you think that you have or want to check and get clear that you have ED or not. Try this test to know. If you have then any symptoms then get visit a sexologist to get the best treatment.

How to test the Symptoms?

On your sexual behavior for the past 6 months, try to answer the question honestly and assign the points assigned to particular answers. After you finish answering all five main questions, total up all the points to check the result.

QuestionOption 1Option 2Option 3Option 4Option 5Option 6
How confident you are that you can get and maintain an erection? Very LowLowModerateHighVery High
 0 point1 point2 point3 point4 point5 point
How often you see hard erection hard enough for penetration.No sexual activityNeverFew TimesSometimesMost of the TimeAlways or almost always
 0 point1 point2 point3 point4 point5 point
During sex, often you are able to maintain an erection after you had penetratedDid not had sexual intercourse yetNeverFew TimesSometimesMost of the TimeAlways or almost always
 0 point1 point2 point3 point4 point5 point
How many times you face difficulty in maintaining an erection for completing sexual intercourse.Did not had sexual intercourse yetExtremely DifficultVery difficultDifficultLittle difficultNot Difficult
 0 point1 point2 point3 point4 point5 point
Every time you perform sexual intercourse, how often is it pleasurable?Did not had sexual intercourse yetNeverFew TimesSometimesMost of the TimeAlways or almost always
 0 point1 point2 point3 point4 point5 point

Calculate Your Test Points

  • 1-7 points: If you get points in between 1-7 then you are suffering from severe Erectile dysfunction problem and need to immediately contact at +91 9602081813
  • 8-11 points: If you get points between 8-11 then you are suffering from moderate Erectile dysfunction problems and taking homeopathy medicine, eating healthy, and doing regular exercise and ED yoga asanas can be beneficial for you.
  • 12-16: If you get points between 12-16 then you are suffering from moderate to mild Erectile dysfunction problems. Just talk with your partners and try to resolve the matter.
  • 17-21: If you get points between 17-21 then you are suffering from mild Erectile dysfunction problems. Regular exercise and feeling happy might help to solve your problem.

If you are not satisfied with this test then you can have your Erectile Dysfunction Test and can be assured about the ED

What Are The Causes Of Erectile Dysfunction?

There are several causes of erectile dysfunction. Some important erectile dysfunction causes are as follows:

Nerve Damage

  • Spinal cord trauma
  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Diabetic neuropathy
  • Pelvic surgery (prostate, bowel)
  • Parkinson’s disease
  • Alzheimer’s disease

Poor Blood Flow

  • Atherosclerosis (narrowing of the arteries)
  • Diabetes
  • High blood pressure
  • Smoking

Urological problems

  • Peyronie’s disease
  • Pelvic trauma
  • Pelvic floor dysfunction
  • Incontinence

With increasing age, one can easily encounter symptoms of erectile dysfunction in their body and if that doesn’t happen then here we are sharing with you some basic causes of ED in a body-

  • Cardiovascular diseases
  • Diabetes
  • Obesity
  • Increased age
  • Relationship issues
  • High blood pressure
  • Damage in the pelvic zone due to surgery

Treatment of Erectile Dysfunction

Treatment of Erectile Dysfunction

Shockwave Therapy for Erectile Dysfunction in Jaipur

Get the painless, non-invasive, drug-free, safe, and effective erectile dysfunction treatment. The latest and most advanced shock wave therapy machine from Germany is now available at the Institute of Andrology and Sexual Health (IASH), Jaipur. Low-intensity extracorporeal shock wave therapy (Li-ESWT) has been proposed as a new non-invasive treatment for erectile dysfunction, causing blood vessels to carry blood to the penis.

Medical treatment for Erectile Dysfunction symptoms

With a proper set of medications, it is possible to treat Erectile Dysfunction causes with the best success rates. We at the Institute of Andrology and Sexual Health, have all the expertise and knowledge to treat any symptoms of erectile dysfunction in males.

Dr. Chirag Bhandari and a team of sexual health experts have now made it possible to cure ED with only medication. IASH experts are making every possible effort to make people aware of sexual problems in men like Erectile dysfunction, Premature Ejaculation, Retrograde Ejaculation Causes, Varicocele, and its early signs to alert the young generation from getting into big trouble too soon.

He has also shared views and guidance over sexual health and issues with online consultation services to help people get over their personal issues with expert guidance from any corner of the country.

Medicines used for treating Erectile Dysfunction early signs –

  • Avanafil
  • Sildenafil
  • Tadalafil

Talk Therapy for Erectile Dysfunction

Not only medication but psychological and talk therapies are also proven to be pretty impactful in treating ED at an early age. If the symptoms of ED are stress, anxiety, or depression, then proper counseling can cure it very easily.
Relationship counseling and help can make your marital bond stronger than before, which eventually helps to recover ED.

Note – Proper food habits have also helped to cure erectile dysfunction problems. Learn more about the Erectile Dysfunction Food And Dietary Guide, to know more about it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. Is Erectile Dysfunction a sign of early age disease?

Ans. Some factor that causes Erectile Dysfunction in the body cause heart disease in person. So we can say that ED can be an early sign of Erectile Dysfunction. And so proper treatment for heart disease can help you in getting rid of Erectile Dysfunction symptoms at 30. So if you are getting early signs of Erectile Dysfunction then there are chances that you might suffer from heart disease in the future.

Q2. Can Erectile Dysfunction be a sign of prostate cancer in males?

Ans. Yes, ED can also be a sign of prostate cancer as the Erectile Dysfunction symptoms include urinating issues, weak urinary stream, and urine blood. All these symptoms are also early signs of prostate cancer in the body.

Q3. How long can the average man stay erect?

Ans. There is no such set rule as an average or universal set time to stay erect or sexual activities. But the average time that has been noted by research is between a few mins to 30 mins roughly. But this can differ because of many factors.