Erectile Dysfunction(impotence) affects both sexual partners
Sexual dysfunction caused by impotence is very common. About one in ten men have erectile dysfunction (ED). Any male can have this kind of sexual dysfunction. In fact, most men will experience temporary erectile dysfunction at some point in their lives. Stress, anxiety, or too much alcohol often causes temporary sexual dysfunction. You are more likely to have erectile dysfunction if you are over 40. The older you are, the greater the chance of erectile dysfunction. However, it is NOT inevitable. "It" is impotence. Today, impotence is more accurately called "erectile dysfunction," or ED. When a man has erectile dysfunction (ED), he cannot achieve or maintain a firm erection.
It was not long ago that few people talked about ED. When they did, they often called it a "problem in the head." But that is wrong. Most ED has a physical cause. Diabetes and the side effects of prostate cancer can reduce or prevent blood flow and nerve impulses to the penis. So can pelvic injury and the side effects of some drugs. Only about 10% of impotence has a psychological cause. impotence affects relationships between sexual partners.
Regardless of cause or age, ED can take a toll on a man, his sexual partner, and their relationship. The man may be embarrassed, anxious and depressed. He may develop insecurity about his masculinity. His sexual partner may feel rejected, unwanted, disappointed or angry at the loss of intimacy. The partner may even suspect the man is having an affair. The relationship can suffer. Erectile dysfunction is difficult for both patients and their partners. Both of you need help and support-individually and as a couple.
