As a man, the last thing you’d want to lose on your body is the ability to achieve an erection. You and your erection have been through a lot together, so the thought of suddenly losing the ability to achieve an erection is downright terrifying. But many men take solace in the fact that their erection won’t kick the bucket until they’re well into their golden years, which leaves many happy years with your erection.
But the truth is that erectile dysfunction can strike at any time, regardless of age. Whether you’re 20 or 99, erectile dysfunction can creep up on you and drastically change your sex life.
“I work out, eat healthy, and live a good life, so I’m not at risk of developing erectile dysfunction,” you may think to yourself. But the truth is that erectile dysfunction can strike anyone. ED can be brought upon by mental hang-ups or health issues. It can be temporary or permanent. Erectile dysfunction comes in many forms, and can affect men of all ages and lifestyles.
ED can be caused by changes within the body, such as the narrowing of the arteries or the slowing of the heart. ED can also be brought on by mental factors, such as depression, anxiety, and stress.
So don’t think you’re safe from erectile dysfunction just because of your age. ED can strike at any time. If you start to experience the inability to achieve an erection, talk to your doctor and work to get to the root of the problem.