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Erectile Dysfunction

Neurologic Conditions

Spinal cord and brain injuriessuch as paraplegia or stroke can cause impotence (erectile dysfunction) when they interrupt the transfer of nerve impulses from the brain to the penis. Other nerve disorders, such as multiple sclerosis (MS), Parkinson's disease, and Alzheimer's disease, may also result in impotence.

Peyronie's Disease

Peyronie's disease is a rare inflammatory condition that causes scarring of erectile tissue. Scarring produces curvature of the penis which can interfere with sexual function, performance and also cause painful erections.

Venous Leak

If the veins in the penis cannot prevent blood from leaving the penis during an erection than an erection cannot be maintained. Venous leak can be a result of injury, disease, or damage to the veins in the penis as a result.

Drugs and Alcohol

More than 200 commonly prescribed prescription drugs are known to cause or contribute to some form of impotence, including drugs for high blood pressure, heart medications, antidepressants, tranquilizers, and sedatives. A number of over-the-counter medications may also lead to impotence. Long-term use of alcohol and illegal drugs may affect the nervous and vascular systems and are associated with (ED) erectile dysfunction as well.

Diabetes Mellitus

Chronic high levels of blood sugar associated with diabetes mellitus often damage small blood vessels and nerves throughout the body, which can impair nerve impulses and blood flow which is necessary to achieve an erection. Approximately 60% of all men with diabetes (diabetes mellitus) experience some form of impotence.

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