Male sexual stimulation is a complex process: the brain, hormones, emotions, nerves, muscles and blood vessels are involved, and Erectile Dysfunction (ED) can result from a problem with any of these. Not to forget stress or mental health conditions like depression, which can also cause or worsen ED. Sometimes a combination of physical and psychological issues can lead to ED. For instance, a minor physical condition that slows your sexual response might cause anxiety about maintaining an erection. The resulting anxiety can lead to or worsen the condition.
Experience has shown there are many possible causes for ED, and they can include both emotional and physical disorders, as the brain plays a key role in triggering the series of physical events that cause an erection, starting with feelings of sexual excitement.
¹ Dr. Fernando Guzman, MD
Pharmaceutical Product Manager at Denk Pharma
Depending on the cause, there are different treatment options to overcome it.
Together with a healthcare provider, patients can decide which treatment and medication will work best for their individual case.