Clinic for Him knows that there is a misconception among some people that erectile dysfunction (ED) is completely physical; others believes it’s all in the head. The truth is that it could be either, or a little bit of both. Of course, whatever the cause, it manifests itself in something that is physical. And to get “technical” about it just for a second, the result is a failure to produce enough blood entering the penis to produce erection through the “hydraulic effect.” I guess it … [Read more...] about ED Can Be a Physical or Psychological Problem
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ED Can Be a Physical or Psychological Problem
Clinic for Him knows that there is a misconception among some people that erectile dysfunction is completely physical; others believes it’s all in the head. The truth is that it could be either, or a little bit of both. Of course, whatever the cause, it manifests itself in something that is physical. And to get “technical” about it just for a second, the result is a failure to produce enough blood entering the penis to produce erection through the “hydraulic effect.” I guess it can’t … [Read more...] about ED Can Be a Physical or Psychological Problem
Depression’s Connection to Sexual Function
If you’re clinically depressed, you may also find you’re having problems with a low sex drive, inability to orgasm or erectile dysfunction. It’s not your imagination – problems with sexual function and depression are often linked. It’s chemical, doctors believe. Sexual desire begins in the brain and triggers increased blood flow to sex organs. The trouble comes when the chemicals in the brain are imbalanced, as with depression. To complicate matters, antidepressants also can have side … [Read more...] about Depression’s Connection to Sexual Function
Hearing Loss And Erectile Dysfunction
A new study has been released that links hearing loss to erectile dysfunction medications such as Viagra, Levitra and Cialis. These medications are all classified as phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors, which means they hinder negative action in the blood vessel cells that border the penis. A 2007 order by the FDA called for these medications to clearly proclaim the risk of hearing loss on the packaging. However, there is no need for panic—this hearing loss study requires further research in … [Read more...] about Hearing Loss And Erectile Dysfunction
Sexual Dysfunction in Men
Sexual dysfunction refers to a problem during any point of the sexual response cycle which prevents the individual or couple from experiencing satisfaction. The sexual response cycle consists of four phases: excitement, plateau, orgasm and resolution. While sexual dysfunction is considered common among both women and men, it is a topic many are hesitant to discuss. Fortunately, sexual dysfunction is treatable in most cases. As with any health issues, those who are concerned they might be … [Read more...] about Sexual Dysfunction in Men
Obesity and its Relationship to ED
Obesity, as we know and as you have been told, has become a major issue in the United States, to the extent that even government legislators have gotten into the act with their own ways to control it and combat it. There are many reasons for you to take control of a weight problem. One of them is that it can accelerate the development of erectile dysfunction. Clinic for Him wants you to know that, and also wants you to know that there is a place to turn in order to get the help you … [Read more...] about Obesity and its Relationship to ED
