Saturday, March 29, 2008
I'm a 53 year old male, married for 32 plus years. Three years ago I would have laughed if someone had told me I'd be joining this community. Since then I've aquired low or no libido and I've had trouble having and maintaining erections. I rarely even try to masturbate any more. There are times I get close and almost feel like I'm having an orgasm but I don't ejaculate; there are other times I ejaculate prematurely. Best chance for erection, first thing in morning before getting out of bed ad there's no guarantee then. Very frustrating. I wish I wasn't writing this post but then Iknow none of you wish to be here either. Thanks for caring.
Ron
Hi Ron,
There can be so many reasons for erectile dysfunction. Have you seen your doctor or a urologist? No online resource can take the place of your doctors solid medical advice. However, there are some links here that will give you a good resource for information that will help you ask all the right questions of your doctor so that you and he/she can determine the best route of treatment.
First of all, it might help you to read about what Erectile Dysfunction is, what some of the symptoms are, what medications are prescribed for it and what treatments are available. Because ED can be caused by something as minor as age, or more seriously caused by diabetes, or even more seriously caused by cancer, it is very important for you to see a doctor to make sure that none of these serious issues are happening.
I hope you find something helpful in all of this. Just remember, there is a great community here. Please dos tay in touch and let us know how you are doing!
Vicki M
I was surprised at first there are women-Kate and Viki -registered on a male ED web site but upon further consideration you're having to live this, maybe not the same exact way, as the men. Thank-you for taking the time to reply.
Ron
Hi Ron,
Erectile Dysfunction, for whatever reason or cause, does affect both men and women, albeit in different ways. I believe that communication is important and the best defense is a good offense. Knowing that your wife, girlfriend or partner supports you can be very helpful when it's time to see a doctor for a condition that is as sensitive as ED. But who better to be with you working through the issues? But if you don't let your partner in on how you are feeling and what's going on, then it's difficult for them to help.
Dr David Knowles puts it better than I do in this article about involving your partner in your care.
Please stay in touch and let us know how you're doing!
Vicki M