Most men get their first erection when they hit puberty. It is all the more interesting to deal with the underlying principle of action.

There are two cavernous bodies and a urethra in the penis. The cavernous bodies are at the top (when looking down at the penis), and the urethra is at the bottom.

The erectile tissue can be compared to a kind of sponge that is connected to one another by small chambers. When relaxed, there is little blood in these vessels because the veins are constricted.

However, as soon as the man becomes sexually aroused, these blood vessels open, allowing more blood to flow through the penis. The swelling of the erectile tissue causes the penis to stiffen, so that sexual intercourse can occur.

This complex mechanism is also influenced by the hormones that coordinate the nervous supply to the erectile tissue.

What are the reasons for erectile dysfunction?

Erectile dysfunction or impotence is a condition in which the body's natural process of getting and maintaining an erection is impaired. The causes can be physical, mental or a combination of both.

For example, the brain may not be able to send the right signals to the penis due to neurological diseases such as multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer's or Parkinson's.

Another possible reason is insufficient blood supply to the penis. Here, too, physical illnesses such as high blood pressure, cardiovascular disorders, high cholesterol levels or diabetes play a decisive role.

But psychological factors such as stress, worries or the fear of failing during sex also reduce the ability to have an erection.

How can impotence be treated?

In order to treat erectile dysfunction, the exact living conditions should first be clarified. In many cases it can be helpful to allow yourself more rest or to do more sport. Avoiding alcohol and nicotine also has a positive effect on men's health and potency.

A very effective measure that has already helped men all over the world is drug therapy. Just generics of sexual enhancers are not only effective, but also cheaper than the original.