Can impotence develop in young men?

Impotence is not an exclusive problem of elderly men. Recently, many young men aged 25-40 have problems with erection. At the first signs of impotence in young people, urgent measures must be taken to prevent a complete loss of sexual function. Besides, it is important to seek medical help to start timely treatment of an underlying disease that can have a serious risk on the general health timely. For instance, if sexual dysfunction is one of the manifestations of cancer, hormonal imbalance, diabetes, and so on.

Impotence in young men – short information

How impotence manifests in young men?

- Lack of morning erection or irregularity of its occurrence;
- Decreased or complete absence of sex drive.
- Premature ejaculation.
- Lack or decrease in erectile function.
- An erection is not complete: the penis increases in size, but the necessary firmness is missing.
- Failure to maintain an erection for sexual intercourse.

Deterioration of erectile function in a man may occur as a result of overwork or stress.

Impotence symptoms may be temporary or occasional, in this case, it does not threaten with serious problems with sexual activity.

Deterioration in erectile function can be associated with an inappropriate lifestyle, frequent stress, and overwork.

Impotence causes in young men

Impotence in men at a young age can occur due to many factors. Sexual impotence occurs both against the background of psychological problems and due to health problems. Cardiovascular diseases are a common cause of impotence at any age.

Health issues that can result in impotence

The most common cause of impotence is diseases of the cardiovascular system. For normal erectile function, fast blood flow is necessary, which promotes blood flow to the genitals. If there is any problem with the vessels, the permeability of blood through them is impaired, and then it is difficult to achieve an erection.

Of the possible pathologies of the cardiovascular system leading to impotence, the following are distinguished:

- High or low blood pressure;
- Phlebeurysm (varicose veins);
- Elevated cholesterol levels leading to atherosclerosis;
- Thrombosis;
- Ischemic heart disease.

An equally common cause of erection problems is hormonal imbalance. Testosterone is the main hormone responsible for sexual function. Its insufficient production leads to problems with an erection, as well as to its complete loss. Normally, a decrease in testosterone occurs at the age of 40-45, but under the influence of many factors it can also affect men at a younger age.

A decrease in sexual activity after 45 years is considered normal. But if young men suffer from this problem, then it is necessary to adjust the hormonal background with special medications. Only a doctor can prescribe them after a thorough diagnosis and check of hormonal levels.

In addition, in some cases, neurological diseases become the cause of sexual impotence. Also, head injuries can affect the state of erectile function. Impotence at a young age can also occur for other reasons, such as:

- Diabetes type 1 or 2;
- Prostatitis;
- Injuries to the spinal cord, brain, pelvis, and/or spine.
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia (prostate adenoma);
- Excess weight;
- Sexually-transmitted infections;
- Bad habits (smoking, alcohol abuse, recreational drugs use).

If problems with potency appear, it is necessary to conduct a complete examination, as this may be a signal of the development of serious diseases.

Psychological problems

If the deterioration of erectile function began in the absence of any health problems, then the cause of impotence lies in psychological factors. These are the problems that often affect men at a young age.

Constant stressful situations and overwork negatively affect the entire reproductive system. In addition, the most common psychological causes are:

- Insecurity and expectation of failures;
- Dissatisfaction with the sexual partner;
- Depressive states;
- Difficult psychological environment at home or at work.
- Failure at first sexual intercourse.

The psyche forms a blockage of impulses that are responsible for a normal erection. If you cannot restore the psychological state on your own, you will need the help of a specialist.

How to cure impotence?

Treatment for impotence depends on the factors that cause it.

Treatment for impotence in young men should be started on time. Otherwise, it threatens with serious disturbances in the reproductive system, up to a complete loss of erection. A thorough examination should be performed before starting therapy.

Diagnosis/examination for impotence at a young age

Diagnostic measures begin with examination and questioning of the patient. Then a consultation with a cardiologist is needed to identify pathologies of the cardiovascular system. In addition, the following measures are taken:

- Checking hormonal levels;
- Cholesterol level test;
- Blood sugar test;
- Sperm test;
- Prostate gland physical examination and ultrasound;
- Doppler ultrasound of the penile blood vessels.

If the cause of impotence is psychological factors, then an additional consultation with a psychologist is prescribed.

Treatment and medications for impotence

The speed of the onset of the treatment result depends on the cause of impotence. With heart problems and hormonal status, the effect may not occur long enough until the course of treatment is fully completed. After its completion, the potency should be restored.

For psychological problems, the duration of the needed course of treatment is also unpredictable. But positive changes can come much earlier than expected so you should not despair. Besides, to continue being sexually active and avoid developing fear of impotence, you can always use erection-enhancing drugs such as Sildenafil. But make sure to check the contraindications for the chosen pills use before you start taking them.

Any medications may only be used as directed by a doctor. Medications are prescribed depending on the cause of the potency problem. For example, in case of hormonal disorders, the primary medication is the pills based on hormones that can replace the lacking hormones or regulate their production.

Among symptomatic medications, there is currently a wide range of topical agents. Their action is aimed at warming up tissues and blood flow. Such drugs have practically no contraindications and do not have a negative effect on the entire body as a whole.

Viagra and its analogs

Many men prefer drugs such as Viagra because they are effective, convenient to use, and have minimal contraindications for use. These pills contribute to the rapid onset of an erection and improve the quality of intercourse. The medications based on Sildenafil (active substance of Viagra), improve the blood flow in the penis by relaxing the muscles that constrict blood vessels. Once the blood vessels are not constricted, they are freely filled in with the blood when a man is aroused. You can opt for Viagra or its cheaper analog Kamagra, Cialis and its analogs based on Tadalafil, or Levitra based on Vardenafil.

All of the listed medicines have an identical principle of action. They contribute to the onset of an erection, while not eliminating the cause of its absence. It is permissible to take such drugs, but not regularly. You should focus on treating/eliminating the disorder that caused impotence in the first place and use erection-enhancing drugs to enjoy your sex life while you expect the results of the main treatment.

Prevention of impotence

To prevent impotence at a young age, stressful situations should be avoided and a generally healthy lifestyle should be followed.

To maintain normal erectile function, the following preventive measures should be observed:

- Minimize stressful situations;
- Observe a sleep and rest routine, avoiding overwork;
- Quit bad habits;
- Eat balanced food, protein-rich foods;
- Monitor blood cholesterol levels;
- Ensure that bodyweight remains normal.

These measures will help maintain potency after the treatment, as well as avoid problems with erection in the future.

Post by: Katherine Christensen, sexologist, Copenhagen, Denmark