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Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a type of medical problem affecting men typically between the ages of 18 and 65 that is defined as a consistent inability to maintain or achieve an erection that is adequate erection for sexual intercourse. ED is seen in men of all ages in Perth and in Western Australia and is not related to a man’s self-worth. Over 90% of men diagnosed with ED in Perth do not seek medical assistance due to feelings of shame or embarrassment or due to uncertainty of where to go for help. The way that DirectMeds addresses this concern is by providing a discreet and immediate service for men requesting assistance with ED. 1 in 3 Australian men experience erectile dysfunction as per Australian Clinical Guidelines. Only 14.1% of Western Australian men with ED reported ever receiving any treatment, despite the majority experiencing it for over 1 year, according to the Journal of Sexual Medicine. 40% → 70% prevalence of ED climbs from 40% of men at age 40 to nearly 70% by age 70, yet it is not an inevitable part of aging.

The causes of ED are varied and relate to both the physical and the psychological aspects of how we feel and behave. Most men have a combination of factors contributing to their ED. Type of Cause Common Contributing Factors Physical Cardiac disease, diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, obesity, hormonal imbalances (low testosterone), neurological disease and side effects of certain medications Psychological anxiety about performance, lack of confidence, depression, workplace, financial, relationship or personal stress, PTSD, generalized anxiety Lifestyle Smoking, excessive drinking, not getting enough exercise, eating poorly, not getting adequate sleep and recreational drugs Age related As the body ages, the incidence of ED becomes more common; however, ED is NOT a normal consequence of aging and can be treated successfully at any age Important to Note: Both cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes can be detected years earlier by the ED. A proper consultation with a doctor is very important, as each doctor will assess your overall health before prescribing anything for ED.

If you have had several of the following symptoms, then you may want to see your doctor. Difficulty gaining an erection when sexually aroused Erections that are not firm enough to penetrate the female partner An inability to maintain an erection during sexual intercourse An absence of sexual desire, in addition to having difficulty Very low/no morning erections (nocturnal erections) Increased anxiety about having sexual intercourse or intimacy If you have not had enough erections over the last month are not had an erection more than 50% of the time If you've been experiencing these symptoms for four weeks or longer, it would be advisable to see a doctor about them. In addition to being faster, getting assessed through DirectMeds offers much more privacy than visiting a local clinic in Perth for treatment.