Impotence or Erectile Dysfunction (ED) is a common problem among men and affects an estimated 30 million men of all ages in the United States, and over 150 million men worldwide. Psychological factors were originally considered to be the most common causes of ED but now it is known that this account for a minority of cases of ED, particularly in older men.
Consequently, it is common for psychological and organic factors to co-exist as causes of ED and in fact psychosexual factors exist in every man affected by sexual dysfunction even if they refuse to own up to it. This is so because the ability to achieve an erection and fulfil one's sexual role is inextricably linked to the concept of "manhood" even in the most self-aware and well-adjusted male.
However, the lack of proper sex education has led to the proliferation of various "sexual myths", which has led many men to mistakenly believe that they have ED or their case might be hopeless. Thus, in most cases of ED there is always the strong possibility that myths and misunderstandings are contributory factors.
Before proceeding to review some of the most common myths about erectile dysfunction, it is important to first clear the air and make it known that contrary to popular belief, ED has never been clinically considered as a disease and is not a disease.
Now, below are a few of the most prevalent myths about erectile dysfunction.
Myth #1: Erectile Dysfunction is an Inevitable Part of Aging
Until recently, many men who had erectile dysfunction often suffered in silence thinking Erectile Dysfunction was inevitable with advancing age. Despite the fact that the occurrence of ED tend to increase as a man ages, it is however due to the increased risk of other underlying health problems most men experience as they grow older. These include diabetes, heart diseases, high blood cholesterol, cardiovascular diseases and even some medications prescribed for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. However, a healthy lifestyle can assist a man to maintain his virility even as he advances in age.
Myth #2: Erectile Dysfunction Means Loss of Interest in Sex
It is nothing but a fallacy that a man should always be interested in sex and when he is not, that he is likely suffering from erectile dysfunction. ED is simply defined as the inability to attain and maintain an erection sufficient for satisfactory sexual intercourse and does not include the lack of libido, vigour or premature ejaculation as men suffering from ED still retain the ability to have an orgasm and ejaculate.
Myth #3: "Real Men" get an Erection Whenever They Want
Nobody is ever in a perfect mood during all their sexual experiences and it would therefore be unrealistic that some "real men" do not experience ED in their lives. The levels of testosterone and most neurotransmitters involved in generating sexual desire, attaining and maintaining an erection decline in volume as a man ages and may result in erectile dysfunction. Therefore, most adult men at one time or the other in their sexual lives experience erectile dysfunction due to one or several of the factors already alighted above. No man is totally immune from ED.
Myth #4: "Real Men" can Maintain an Erection for as Long as They Want
This is rather too hypothetical. It is one commonly misunderstood fact about erectile dysfunction and which make most men to believe that they have ED. It is rather helpful to know that on an average, most "real men" last for about 1-8 minutes during active thrusting.
Myth #5: Most Erectile Dysfunction is Psychological
It would be unfortunate if you have fallen under the popular misconception that it is all in your head and that there is nothing physically wrong with you. While this was the initially held opinion of the majority of those who suffered from ED, this is no longer a criterion as it is now known that a lot of physical factors are equally involved. ED is simply a medical condition that is often caused by other underlying unresolved health problems.
Myth #6: Erectile Dysfunction has no Cure
Most men with erectile dysfunction believe that if prescription drugs fail to help, that then there is no hope for solving it. Although it is true that there is no known permanent medical cure for ED and that most of the modes of treatment are just artificial means of improving your sexual functioning, there are however, a lot of therapies with high efficacy and proven safety records that can help in treating the underlying causes. After effective treatment, most men can return to an active and satisfying sex life.
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