Condition
Erectile dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction is defined as the inability to maintain an erection that allows a man to have satisfying sexual activity. More than a disease, it is a symptom that signals something is not right, and its causes can range from stress to an underlying heart condition, which is why it should be evaluated in consultation.
What is erectile dysfunction?
It is defined as the inability to maintain an erection that allows a man to have satisfying sexual activity. More than a disease or a condition, erectile dysfunction is a symptom: a sign the body gives that something is not right.
Why does it happen?
To achieve an adequate erection, several factors must work together in a coordinated way: emotional, physical, metabolic, and hormonal factors, stress, the relationship with one's partner, diet, exercise, and other factors.
How is it approached?
Prescribing a pill can improve the symptom, but it solves nothing if the real cause of the erectile dysfunction is not identified, which can range from stress to an underlying heart condition. That is why it is important to carry out further studies.
