Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a very common condition that can significantly affect people’s lives. It is not unusual for men with ED to feel ashamed or insecure, and it can be particularly challenging in relationships. If you are struggling with ED, you are not alone—up to 150 million men worldwide experience this condition.
In cases of erectile dysfunction, the complex process involved in achieving an erection is disrupted. Normally, sexual stimulation causes the blood vessels in the penis to widen, allowing increased blood flow, which makes the penis rigid and erect. Many instances of ED occur because the blood vessels in the penis do not dilate sufficiently to allow adequate blood flow, or the veins are unable to retain the blood, resulting in difficulties with erections.