Erectile Dysfunction

           A bump in the road has been reached. It may be difficult to have a partner with erectile dysfunction. At times, it may feel personal, but it really is important to see the condition from the partner’s perspective. There are many causes of ED, including underlying, more serious health problems, medications, stress, depression and smoking. Nevertheless, it is important to remember that the cause of ED is not the partner, and the partner should not blame herself/himself. According to WebMD, feelings of self-blame, anxiety and anger are most commonly due to the lack of education about the causes of ED. When it comes to dealing with ED in a relationship, it may seem like a lose-lose battle at first. The significant other may question the man, which causes the man to back off due to embarrassment. This progresses into the significant other backing off, as well, because she/he feels at fault. Eventually, this leads to poor communication and a potential rough patch in the r

                       Most people have heard about erectile dysfunction. Some may experience it every now and then, while others experience it regularly, which leads to several dire consequences. When it comes to ED, there are several resources available on the Internet, whether credible or not. In desperate times trying to find a solution, it is very important to resist falling into a trap of one of the myths that surround this condition. Myths only prevent individuals from finding a suitable treatment method. Myth: ED just happens as one gets older, and people must learn to live with it. This is often one of the most common myths. Fact:  ED is more common among older men, but correlation does not mean causation. Often times, men need more stimulation as they age than when they were younger. Nevertheless, ED is not part of the normal aging process and consulting with a doctor is the first step in successful treatment. Myth: Although ED is disappointing, there are n