Worried about Male Impotence? - Debunk Those Myths Now

Sexual virility has always been an important issue for men, and it has traditionally been associated with wealth, power and domination all over the world. Male impotence, also known as erectile dysfunction or ED in medical terms, is defined as the inability to achieve or sustain penile erection. This inability can be partial, total or inconsistent in nature, and affects millions of men worldwide. Men with sexual impotence are considered to be lacking in masculinity and most keep this sexual condition under wraps for fear of being ridiculed or ostracized. The legends and myths born out of sexual ignorance still linger in our sexual culture, influencing all of us to some extent. Its time we cleared some of them.

Myth 1 - A ‘real man’ doesn’t have impotence.
Fact 1 – It has been estimated that about 300 million men (most men), that is over 30 experience erectile dysfunction at some point in their lives. This puts you in the distinct majority if you have this condition. The exact figure of men with impotence remains elusive, however, because only 2 in every 10 men seek treatment.

Myth 2 – Male impotence is a purely psychological condition.
Fact 2 – While psychological and emotional factors also cause ED, about 80% of the cases have physiological origins such as heart disease, diabetes, prostate surgery and high blood pressure. Anxiety, stress and low self esteem are usually the secondary psychological effects of undiagnosed or untreated ED.

Myth 3 – ED is a natural part of the ageing process.
Fact 3 – This condition is more common in older men, but it is primarily caused by underlying conditions such as diabetes, heart disease or high blood pressure. Ageing has nothing to do with it.

Myth 4 – ED can never be cured.
Fact 4 – While there is no permanent ‘cure’ for , there are a number of effective treatments that can reduce or even resolve the symptoms. It is possible to have an active sex life if timely treatment is sought.

Myth 5 – Impotence can only affect men.
Fact 5 – Impotence, or any form of sexual dysfunction, affects both men and women. Denial of the problem or lack of treatment can result in emotional and psychological complications. Avoiding sexual contact can leave your partner feeling unwanted, unloved or unattractive.

Myth 6 – ED is an embarrassing condition that cannot be discussed with anyone.
Fact 6 – Many men find it difficult to discuss intimate issues with anyone, even with a doctor. But with growing research and easy availability of treatment options, the stigma attached to ED has disappeared. It is essential to seek medical help with ED, because it can sometimes be a sign of an underlying condition. Ignoring ED won’t make it go away.

Myth 7 – Men always know everything about sex.
Fact 7 – Most women believe that men have an instinctive knowledge of sex. But that’s not always true. Research has shown that erectile dysfunction often occurs due to total ignorance about sexual intercourse. Men with little or no sexual experience are unable to discuss the issue with anyone because they are afraid of revealing their ignorance and also because of a perceived threat to their masculinity.