Erectile Dysfunction is on the Rise in Young Men

 Erectile dysfunction (ED) occurs when a man is unable to obtain or maintain an erection long enough during intercourse. Penis health can be an extremely complicated topic, with both physical and mental health concerns.

 

Erectile dysfunction can occur at any age, although it is more common in older men for a variety of reasons. Older men are more likely to have health concerns that require medication with side effects that can interfere with erections.

 

Furthermore, erections mainly involve blood vessels; some medical diseases, such as atherosclerosis or diabetes, can restrict blood flow to the penis; there may also be vascular flaws with veins, allowing blood to drain too quickly from the penis. Smoking, alcohol consumption, obesity, and a lack of physical activity can all have a substantial impact on erectile function and testosterone levels.

 

As per Dr. Niren Rao, urologist at Delhi Urology Hospital and the best doctor known for providing effective Erectile Dysfunction Treatment in Delhi, one of the most common causes of erectile dysfunction is vascular disease. 64 % of erection difficulties are connected with a heart attack and 57 % with bypass surgery. Up to 75% of men with diabetes, 40% of men with renal failure, and 30% of men with COPD have had some experience with erectile dysfunction. Stress, depression, anxiety, feelings of guilt, bad body image, troubles in a man's relationship, or sleep disorders are the among psychological reasons for ED.

 

Erectile dysfunction has three major symptoms:

 

•  Inability to obtain an erection

• Inability to keep an erection long enough to engage in sexual intercourse

• An erection that is too soft to execute sexual intercourse in a 'normal' manner.

 

Why Erectile Dysfunction is on the Rise in Young Men?

 

The rising prevalence of erectile dysfunction in young men is an alarming pattern, particularly because the psychological burden of erectile dysfunction in young men can be greater because they are at a stage in their lives when society as a whole expects them to be more sexually virile and, in many cultures, more active.

 

Erectile dysfunction has had a significant impact on the dating lives of many younger men, many of whom meet prospective matches through dating apps. They may resist starting a new relationship for fear of being expected to initiate sexual activity after several dates and then being unable to "perform."

 

A growing number of young men are seeking treatment for erectile dysfunction treatment. As per Dr. Niren Rao, Erectile Dysfunction Specialist in Delhi, the good news is that, unless the underlying cause of erectile dysfunction is physiological nerve damage or psychological disorders, the condition is usually temporary in younger men, but it remains a problem that must be addressed. One must also note that erection disorders if left untreated, can cause depression, psychological issues, and even the breakdown of relationships. Erectile dysfunction, on the other hand, does not care about age and can affect anyone at any age.

 

The following are the most common causes of erectile dysfunction in young men:

 

• Drinking too much alcohol

• Anxiety during a performance

• Cigarette smoking 

• Stress

 

Other reasons for erectile dysfunction include:

 

• Penile abnormalities 

• Problems with the foreskin or the curvature of the penis

• Diabetes

• Hormone imbalances

• Hypogonadism - a condition in which the body produces insufficient sexual hormones.

• Hypertension (high blood pressure)

• Some drugs may induce erectile dysfunction

• Microvascular disease

• Multiple sclerosis (MS)

• Blood vessel constriction in the penis

• Nerve damage

• Stress, schizophrenia, depression, and exhaustion are all examples of psychological problems.

• Injuries to the spinal cord.

 

What are the available treatments?

 

Treatments should constantly progress from non-invasive to more invasive.

 

1. Lifestyle modifications

 

• Stop smoking and taking drugs

• Exercise and lose weight

• Stress relief

• Changing medications may result in ED

• If a man is having psychological or relationship problems, he should seek counseling.

 

2. Address reversible medical issues:

 

• Control diabetes and high blood pressure.

• Thyroid hormones and testosterone should be treated if they are out of balance.

 

3. Oral medications (PDE5 inhibitors)

 

The core of oral drug therapy is a class of medications known as PDE5 inhibitors. These medicines function by boosting the body's natural response to sexual stimulation rather than immediately producing an erection, as injectable medications do. They relax and engorge the blood vessels in the penis, resulting in an erection.

 

4. Penile injection therapy.

 

When oral drugs do not work, this is an effective (70%–80% effective) way of getting an erection. An erection normally appears within 5 to 15 minutes after injecting alprostadil into the side of the penis. The first injection should be given under direct medical observation to ensure proper technique and dose. The patient can alter the dosage so that priapism (prolonged erection) does not occur.

 

5. Vacuum erection device

 

The device is a cylinder that is placed over the penis to create a seal, and a vacuum is created by removing air from the cylinder. The erection is then maintained by rolling a rubber constriction ring over the cylinder and onto the base of the penis once the cylinder is removed. This technique requires practice and, sometimes, the support of a partner. It is successful at causing an erection; however, the penile sensation may be changed, and the penis may twist at the ring. The ring restricts ejaculation (but not orgasm).

 

6. Penile prosthesis implantation

 

If all other options fail or are ineffective, penile prosthesis implantation surgery may be considered the last option. The success rate is high (about 85%). Two inflated cylinders are implanted in the shaft of the penis, along with a pump in the scrotum and a fluid reservoir in the lower abdomen. When an erection is desired, the patient squeezes the pump to fill the cylinders. Infection and mechanical failure are two possible consequences. Semi-rigid flexible rods can also be implanted, although they are less acceptable to patients than inflatable prostheses since they are less attractive and physiological.

 

Erectile Dysfunction can affect one's relationships. If one is looking for its treatment, they can get in touch with the expert Dr. Niren Rao, Urology Doctor in Delhi at Delhi Urology Hospital.

 

He has helped many males suffering from these issues with his treatments. For more details, connect with him today at his clinic.

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