Commonly referred to as impotence, erectile dysfunction (ED) has largely been associated with men over 40 years. Indeed,
diagnosis of ED and related premature ejaculation has largely been diagnosed in
that age group. The situation may however be different. According to a study
analysis published in The Journal of Sexual Medicine, the number of younger men
diagnosed with the condition may be higher than that of men over 40 years. It
may be that the number of young men with the condition is misrepresented or
incorrect diagnosis.
Just like with men over 40 years, young men who are
sexually active and diagnosed with the condition develop inability to attain
full penile erection necessary for satisfactory sexual performance. For men who
manage to attain harder erection, such is usually weak, which makes penetration
difficult. Although some men diagnosed with ED do attain full erection, they
suffer premature ejaculation, which is release of semen before attaining climax
during sexual performance. Studies by physician-scientists at the New
York-Presbyterian Hospital indeed reveal that of men diagnosed with ED, 65% do
fail to achieve orgasm with 35% experiencing premature ejaculation.
While causes of erectile dysfunction in older men
relate to aging process, causes of the same in young men are varied. Most are
actually not causes but risk factors associated with the occurrence of the
condition.
Unhealthy
Diet
Diet plays a very important role in the development
of the whole body. It is through a healthy diet that the body receives vital
nutrients. Young men who fail to receive a healthy diet particularly during
childhood and in their teenage years do experience a number of health problems
including erectile dysfunction. This occurs due to the fact that lack of
particular nutrients hinders proper development of nervous system, which
affects the nerves that supply the penis with blood.
Unhealthy
Lifestyle
Unhealthy lifestyle common with most youth is a high
risk in development of erectile dysfunction and the associated premature
ejaculation. Heavy smoking, illicit drug use and excessive alcohol intake impact
negatively on vital body processes. Smoking in particular introduces into the
body dangerous chemicals including nicotine that impact negatively on a man’s
reproductive system. Young men diagnosed with the condition also exhibit low
body index and increased levels of testosterone in their blood.
Dangerous
Activities
There are play and sport activities that are
dangerous without appropriate clothing. Teens who engage in such activities without
wearing appropriate clothing that protect the groin area end up damaging nerves
in the area, increasing the risk of erectile dysfunction.
Cause of ED and associated premature ejaculation is
not restricted to above indicated causes/risks. The condition can also be
inherited although such cases are very minimal. Cases where young men are
diagnosed with ED is already causing a lot of concern in many countries. It is
indeed causing worries because research at Australian National University and
results published in PLOS Medicine show that occurrence of ED at a young age
increases the risk of heart disease and premature death even among those who
have never been diagnosed with cardiovascular disease.
