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Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Impotence and Herbal Remedies

Impotence is a man's inability to attain sustain an erection sufficient for normal, satisfying sexual intercourse. Nearly every man experiences impotence at some point, and almost 20 million have chronic or recurring problems. Many physiological factors may contribute to impotence, but the most frequent are hormonal changes, medications, diet, and chronic illness. Low levels of testosterone, the male impotence. The most common cause of impotence is atherosclerosis, which is hardening of the arteries with plaque build up. This causes a problem with blood flow to the penis. Dilation of the arteries and blood flow to the genital area are dependent on a chemical produced in the body known as nitric oxide.

It must be observed that many prescription drugs can cause reduced blood flow to the genitals or can interfere with brain activity, hormones, or nerve transmission. If you suffer from impotence and are on a prescription medication talk to your doctor. He may have alternatives for you.
Diet is another common cause. Just as high fat, low fiber routine can inhibit blood flow to the heart, it can also block the arteries that lead to the penis. Men with high blood pressure or arteriosclerosis may have difficulty maintaining erections. Other chronic illnesses, especially diabetes, can take a toll as well.


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