Diseases which are related to blood vessels are called vascular diseases. Blood vessels play an important role in the process of erection. The two chambers of penis (corpora cavernosa,) which run throughout the organ are filled with spongy tissue. The corpora cavernosa are surrounded by a membrane, called the tunica albuginea. The spongy tissue contains smooth muscles, fibrous tissues, spaces, veins, and arteries.The flow of blood creates pressure in the corpora cavernosa, making the penis expand. The tunica albuginea helps to trap the blood in the chambers, thereby sustaining erection.
Any variations in penile arteries like reduction of diameter, hardening of walls etc may cause erectile dysfunction. Conditions like Diabetes mellitus, High blood pressure and high Cholesterol cause significant damage to arteries. Smoking is another cause which harms arteries.
Diabetes Mellitus : Fluctuating levels of blood sugar in diabetes mellitus damage minute arteries and nerves throughtout the body. This impairs flow of nerve impulses and blood causing erectile Dysfunction.
According to ayurvedic text "ashtanga sangraha", diabetes is caused due to vitiation of vata. pitta, kapha and rakta (blood). Vitiated doshas affect almost all tissues of body in diabetes. According to ayurveda the process of erection occurs due to involvement of vata, pitta and rakta . The process of erection will be normal when vata, pitta and rakta are in normal and balanced condition.Vitiated vata fails to cause normal flow of signals and arousal does not occur. Vitiated pitta and rakta fail to complete the process of blood flow to penis.
High Blood Pressure: It is a known fact that High blood pressure injures small arterioles. Researchers argue that this may be happening in penis also. When small blood vessels of penis get damaged, body tries to repair them. In this process the scar tissues may form on blood vessels reducing the elasticity of penile arteries. This hinders blood flow to spongy tissues of penis. Apart from this High blood pressure affects Hormone balance and nitric acid levels. This may lead to erectile dysfunction. Few claim that erectile dysfunction is caused due to side effects of anti hypertensive medications used by patients.
According to principles of Ayurveda, Hypertension is caused due to imbalance of Vata and pitta. When Vata gets imbalanced it imbalances its 5 subtypes (Vyana, Udana, Samana, Prana, Apaana ). Erection happens when apaanavayu gets stimulated through various factors like sparsha (touch), gandha (pleasant scent), erotic talks etc. It gets associated with tejas (heat of pitta) to cause erection. In Hypertension Erectile dysfunction appears when apanavayu and pitta get vitiated.
High Cholesterol: Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in our body. Cholesterol is produced by liver and also derived from diet. But cholesterol produced from liver is important as it strengthens cell membrane, helps in production of hormone and vitamin D. The cholesterol in blood stream, which blocks arteries, comes from diet. Increased cholesterol gets accumulated on walls of arteries as hard plaques. This narrows the lumen of arteries.(Diameter of the arteries reduces. ). Due to reduced diameter the blood flow through arteries also gets reduced.
The same process occurs in arteries of penis. When arteries of penis gets blocked it reduces blood flow through penis and reduced blood flow causes erectile dysfunction. The risk of Erectile dysfunction is nearly two times greater in men with total cholesterol levels above 240 than in men with total cholesterol levels below 180 . In men erectile dysfunction may be an early symptom of high cholesterol. Adults should get their blood cholesterol level checked frequently.
A quote in ayurveda says "Hritpaandurogatamakakaamalashrama..." - which means diseases of liver , heart etc cause erectile dysfunction
Smoking: Smoking causes blockage of arteries.Smoking impairs erections and can become a reason for erectile dysfunction. It affects semen and also reduces sperm count and impairs sperm motility. But these are reversed after stopping smoking.
Frequently Asked Questions
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does erectile dysfunction exercises affect our sexual life?
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is erectile dysfunction can be treated through exercises and sleep?
I started having masterbation when I was 15 now I am 19. I masterbate 4x daily.-
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Only if related to stress and lack of sleep, or fear of performance, otherwise you got problems.
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'Erectile Dysfunction ' is great problem with men of different ages. Is there some cure by simple exercises?
This problem does not have much of physical problems. The psychological reasons can always be solved by right guidance and certain exercises.
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ED has many causes. Probably the most common is poor blood flow due to poor diets. We've become a society of overweight men. This has led to a proliferation of ED and ED medications. Losing weight, control cholesterol and exercise regularly are the best natural ways to control ED.
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Erectile dysfunction?
I've been doing penis exercises such as jelqing and stretching only for 2 days now and I can only get a half an erection now. Do I have permanent erectile dysfunction or is it just temporary? I'm only 17. Please Help!-
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Make some lifestyle changes. No smoking - no dipping - no chewing - no beer/ale - no booze - no drugs of any kind - all these can interrupt blood flow to your penis resulting in erectile dysfunction or impotence.The following article may benefit you a great deal.
Improve Sexual Virility - (For Guys)
Many men suffer from a low sex drive, sexual performance problems, and an overall lack of male virility. These problems can negatively impact a man's self-esteem, sense of self-worth, and the quality of his romantic relationships. However, problems with male virility and sexual functioning can be, in most cases, remedied. What follows is a list of lifestyle, health, and dietary factors that promote strong male virility and improved sexual function and performance.
Step 1 - GET ADEQUATE SLEEP
Your body needs adequate amounts of sleep in order to maximize sexual performance and sexual virility. A lack of sleep is a major cause of low sex drive and/or sexual problems. Strive to get at least 7-9 hours of sleep each night to increase and maintain sexual virility. Take afternoon rests or naps when possible.
Step 2 - DE-STRESS REGULARLY
Chronic stress is toxic to the body and can negatively impact sexual virility and sexual function. Strive to keep stress levels as low as possible in order to maximize not only your health and well-being, but to increase your sexual virility and sex drive. Meditate on a regular basis; do yoga moves in addition to deep breathing exercises to help unwind and de-stress.
Step 3 - EXERCISE REGULARLY
In addition to improving mental and physical health, regular exercise promotes healthy sexual function and helps to improve sexual virility. Aim to exercise at least 4-5 times per week, incorporating moderate cardiovascular exercise in addition to strength training. Regular exercise promotes healthy blood circulation and increases testosterone and growth hormone levels, all of which promote increased sexual virility and sexual function.
Step 4 - ELIMINATE JUNK FOOD
Eating a healthy diet promotes physical and emotional health as well as healthy sexual function and virility. A poor diet, one lacking in adequate nutrients and antioxidants, can result in a low sex drive and sexual performance problems, including impotence. Eat a diet heavy in fruits and vegetables, whole grains, lean cuts of meat and fish, and low-fat dairy to increase sexual virility and improve sexual function.
Step 5 - ADD GARLIC TO YOUR DIET
Garlic is rich in allicin, which can improve blood flow to the sexual organs, which in turn promotes healthy sexual function and strong, hard erections. Cut up some garlic and sprinkle it on your favorite foods. Or take a garlic supplement. Garlic is a sexual super food that can increase your sexual virility.
Step 6 - ADD AVOCADO TO YOUR DIET
Avocados are rich in folic acid and high in vitamin B6, both of which help to regulate sexual hormone function, which in turn helps to optimize sexual health and sexual virility. Add some avocado slices to your salad or on your sandwich.
Step 7 - EAT A BANANA DAILY
Bananas are another sexual super food that can help improve sexual function and increase sexual virility. Bananas are high in bromelain and b vitamins, both of which are potent sexual hormone regulators that can help improve sexual function, sexual desire, and sexual virility. Add a banana to your daily diet.
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erectile dysfunction?
hi every one i have a small problem i have been doing jelqing for like a week or so and i believe am doing it in proper way warm compressed towel using lubricate and doing it very gently and careful for 20 minutes a day any way i start it with a diet and exercise and lowering smoking its a major change for me but the weird thing is i cant have proper erectile sometimes i get very hard very , but when i start the having intercourse i cannot maintain the erection and this is really shocking me before a month i can cum 3 times in 1 intercourse non stop and i dont lose erection, so the thing is what do i call this ? is it erectile dysfunction or the jelqing thing or lowering the smoking or the diet or all of it together is a disaster, and if you can explain it me exactly what is erectile dysfunction, is maintain erection or not having one at all and please no advertisement for any website or any medicine coz trust me if i can afford i wouldn't be here from the first place thank you-
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I have done jelqing for years and never had that issue. Stop smoking does help the body but if you have no desire to have sex with your partner your penis will get soft trust me I know! Experiment with a new partner that you are sexually attracted to! Many men think thathat they suffer from erectile dysfunction when it s really attraction that has died in a relationship
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