Impotence Treatment and The Male Potency Patch

Many people are confused on what the difference is between Impotence and Erectile Dysfunction. The truth is, there is no difference between the terms Impotence and Erectile Dysfunction.

Impotence was a term used around the world as a simple way to describe the consistent inability to achieve and maintain an erection sufficiently to permit satisfactory sexual intercourse. As you can see by the definition, there is absolutely no difference between the meaning of Impotence and Erectile Dysfunction

Simply put, Erectile Dysfunction is the more modern (and politically correct, especially in the US) term used in many countries. There are however, some countries that still use the word Impotence. It just depends on who is talking at the time.

What Causes Impotence?

Most men take erections for granted. The simple truth is that there is nothing simple about an erection. A precise sequence of events both mental and physical need to take place for an erection to occur AND to be maintained. Impotence occurs when one or more of these events happens at the wrong time, is diminished or doesn't happen at all.

The penis contains two chambers called the corpora cavernosa. These chambers run the length of the penis and are filled by a spongy tissue. These two chambers are surrounded by a membrane called the tunica albuginea. The spongy tissue contains smooth muscles, fibrous tissues, spaces, veins, and arteries. The Urethra, the channel for urine and ejaculate, runs the length of the penis on the under side of the corpora cavernosa and is surrounded by the corpus spongiosum.

Sensory or mental stimulation typically causes the beginning of an erection. Impulses from the brain and local nerves cause the relaxation of the corpora cavernosa which allows blood to flow in and fill the spaces. This inflow of blood causes pressure to build in the corpora cavernosa which makes the penis expand. Finally, the tunica albuginea assists trapping the blood in the corpora cavernosa which sustains the erection. When the muscles in the penis contract to stop the inflow of blood and open out-flow channels, the erection is reversed.

Impotence can be caused by stress, drugs, nerve damage, arterial damage, smoothing of muscles and fibrous tissues. Impotence can also be caused by diseases that affect areas that you wouldn't think have anything to do with an erection. Diseases such as: diabetes, kidney disease, multiple sclerosis, atherosclerosis, vascular disease, and neurological diseases. Other causes of impotence can be due to certain medications, such as: blood pressure drugs, antihistamines, antidepressants, tranquilizers, appetite suppressants, and cimetidine (an ulcer drug).

It's NOT Your Fault

Unless you are a heavy drug user, impotence is not your fault!  As you can see by the partial list above, there are many things that can contribute to this emotionally debilitating problem.