For advertising information visit www.samplerpublications.com or call 859.225.4466 | December 2015
&
sexual response might cause anxiety about maintaining an erection.
The resulting anxiety can lead to or
worsen ED. A single experience of
ED can cause so much anxiety that a
man avoids future sexual encounters.
Or he may experiences such anxiety
during an intimate encounter that
ED recurs as a result.
As men age, the problem
can become more common.
Hypertension, certain medications,
chronic illnesses, poor blood flow
to the penis, drinking too much
alcohol, smoking, depression and
some psychiatric disorders as well
as simply being too tired can cause
an episode of ED. Additionally, dissatisfaction in an ongoing intimate
relationship can also be a culprit.
This can be best addressed through
couples or individual counseling.
One of the greatest problems associated with ED is the embarrassment
many men may feel when talking to
their doctors. But it is essential to
open the dialogue with your healthcare professional to address and
resolve this common problem.
Dealing With Erectile
Dysfunction
Sensitive affliction is common
for men
By Regina Walker, LCSW, BCD, CASAC,
Staff Writer
One of the
more sensitive yet
common afflictions for men is erectile dysfunction
(ED). ED is the inability to achieve
or sustain an erection firm enough
for sexual intercourse. This can be a
rare or frequent occurrence, depending on the cause.
Male sexual arousal is a compli-
cated process that involves the brain,
hormones, emotions, nerves, muscles and blood vessels. ED can result
from a problem with any of these.
Likewise, stress and mental health
concerns can cause or worsen the
condition. Sometimes a combination
of physical and psychological issues
causes ED. For instance, a minor
physical condition that slows your
Downtown Dentistry is the place to get an
Anna E Newman DMD
Saturday & Evening hours available
Emergencies & Walk-ins Welcome
Childcare
11
Amazing Smile
859.987.5550
436 Main Street Paris, KY 40361
www.downtowndentistryparis.com