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Whether you are in a long-term relationship or not, the quality of your sex life is important. Impotence can be linked to depression, anxiety and stress - according to one survey, as many as 14% of men with impotence admit to having suicidal thoughts because of their condition.
If that isn't reason enough to get erection problems sorted, it may also be interesting to know that a man's erectile function is recognised as a useful barometer of his general health. As such, erectile dysfunction can often be the first symptom of other conditions, such as cardiovascular disease, hypertension or diabetes. These conditions can worsen if left untreated and so will your ability to obtain an erection.
We recognise that the step of seeking help and talking to your GP or nurse about impotence can be the biggest hurdle to overcome but don't let this stop you. The most frequently prescribed class of drugs for ED are PDE-5 inhibitors, of which there are three. Patients have never been more likely to find an effective treatment that will work for them. Equally, men who have previously been disappointed with a treatment should return to their GP or nurse in order to see if other therapies could be more effective or more suitable for them.
Talk with your partner
It's not only important that you recognise that your erectile dysfunction is a medical condition and seek advice from your GP or nurse, but it's also important that you talk with your partner about the problem.
Impotence will clearly affect your sex life most directly and your self-confidence may be affected as a result but it's vital that you do not allow communication barriers to build up between you and your partner as well.
If you are able to talk openly about the condition with your partner it can increase your confidence, avoid anxiety and alleviate the enormous stress that impotence can cause. Whether it's just through listening and understanding, accompanying you on your visit to your GP or nurse to seek advice, or helping you take the right treatment for you, the supportive role of your partner should not be underestimated.
Self assessment
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