| ED, or Erectile Dysfunction, is the persistent or repeated inability for at least 3 months to attain, and/or maintain an erection
sufficient for satisfactory sexual performance. There was created a 5 item Erectile Function Scale called the "EF Index" in order to
help clinicians and patients in the communication process.
In 1992, the National Institutes of Health defined erectile dysfunction as the inability to attain and/or maintain an erection
sufficient for satisfactory sexual intercourse. We should distinguish between the term impotence and erectile dysfunction. Some
people associate impotence with being sterile or lacking strength, vigor or power. While ED is more precise term. Erectile
dysfunction means frequent or permanent problem in getting or/and keeping erection good enough for sexual activity. Here one should
also pay attention to the degree to which it bothers both partners. The problem of erectile dysfunction is different from other
male sexual problems, like rapid ejaculation, low sexual desire, inability to have an orgasm. Though, all these mentioned problems
may occur in any man, with the problem of ED or without it.
It is well understood that men feel a bit uncomfortable telling their doctors or even partners about the problem of erectile
dysfunction, as our sexual life is only our matter. But just telling about your problem may be the only way you can improve your
health and sex life. here we try to do our best to help you to work with your partner and your doctor in order to improve your sex
life and make it as active as it used to be. Nowadays both partners should not suffer because of their sexual problems as there are
so many treatment options available.
The first step in solving the problem of erectile dysfunction is to acknowledge its existence and to define the degree of this
problem. It is a commonly agreed fact that the best communication is the foundation for an enduring relations. Though, even the best
relations can break down or become a little strained when couples have sexual problems. The problem of erectile dysfunction may
break and distance two people from each other. In its turn, this causes conflicts and emotional pain. Usually people ignore the
problem, intentionally or not, but in this way they worsen the whole situation and delay the treatment. But to our gladness, these
sexual problems may be solved through open communication, mutual understanding and acknowledging of the problem and thus trying to
treat it in the best way possible.
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