Most people assume that sexual impotence is an uncommon problem, but this is not the case. Sexual impotency is a common problem, which affects ten percent of males.
Impotency is the inability to get or sustain an ejection long enough to perform sexual intercourse. This may seem like a funny matter some but for those who suffer from it and their partners it can be a very stressful and frustrating condition.
Many reasons such as stress due to work or surroundings, tiredness, anxiety, fears and too much alcohol can bring on impotency. Having said that, the last reason is a short-term problem once sober, full abilities to get an erection should be brought back.
Psychological impotency is the ability to achieve and maintain an erection in most circumstances, but not in others. Theses causes include can include: relationship problems, poor sexual gratification and sexuality issues.
Physical impotency is when a mans performance suffers due to a physical cause as such diabetes, kidney disorders, high blood pressure and smoking to name but a few.
There is hope for men who suffer from this condition. The first port of call should be to the local GP who can advise on what appropriate treatment should be carried out. Some of the treatments available are as follows: psychosexual therapy therapy sessions utilised to rebuild sexual relationship and psychological issues; Viagra pills used to harden the penis for up to several hours; surgery used were the penis can not get erect for medical reason i.e. restricted blood flow.