Hormonal disorders

According to a report in endocrine.org, there are many hormones that can cause impotence if their levels are not in control. Among these, testosterone is one whose low level can lead to impotence along with a decrease in sexual desire. Similarly, it can also happen due to increase in the level of prolactin hormone. Too high or too low thyroid levels can also cause it.

Diabetes

Diabetes can affect your sexual arousal and erection. The increased blood sugar level due to diabetes can damage the blood vessels of your body. Diabetes can affect the nerves inside the penis as well as the nerves around it.

depression

If the brain is said to be the largest sexual organ, it will not be wrong. This is where your desire and excitement for sex originates. People who have depression may have a low sex drive due to an imbalance in brain chemicals.

anxiety about sexual performance

Many young men in their 20s experience anxiety about sexual performance. This can include feeling nervous or worrying about not being able to please your partner. Excessive stress can make it difficult to get an erection. A 2005 study also found that performance anxiety can lead to sexual dysfunction in both men and women.

smoking addiction

If you are addicted to smoking then you can easily become a victim of erectile dysfunction. Nicotine present in cigarettes and other tobacco products disrupts blood circulation throughout the body.

Disclaimer: This article is for general information only. It cannot be a substitute for any medicine or treatment in any way. Always consult your doctor for more details.

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