Examining Different Kinds of Erectile Dysfunction

Contrary to what many people think, Erectile Dysfunction (ED) is not a simplistic condition that results in the complete inability to get an erection. It’s a range of symptoms and levels of severity that can vary widely, depending on the person experiencing them.

To help you better understand the different types of ED, the team at Felix has put together this page with valuable information you can use.

If you’re already experiencing the symptoms of erectile dysfunction, and you’d like to talk to a healthcare practitioner at Felix, just complete a short online assessment to get started.

Levels of Erectile Dysfunction

There are varying degrees of erectile dysfunction.

For some people, it can be a very frequent or daily issue, every time they attempt a sexual activity. For others, it can be very occasional.

This is dependent largely on the cause, which can either be the result of an organic issue (i.e., medication induced, vascular, etc.), or mental health/psychological factors.

What is the Most Common Type of Erectile Dysfunction?

There are actually two main types of erectile dysfunction (ED):

Psychological or Mental Health-Related ED

This type of erectile dysfunction is related to psychological triggers  or mental health factors that are impacting the body’s ability to get an erection.

There are a number of different elements that could fit this criteria (i.e., anxiety, depression, etc.), but in these scenarios, it’s extremely important to get personalized care.

Addressing the underlying mental health/psychological factors is the best way to treat these different types of erectile dysfunction in the long-term.

Organic Erectile Dysfunction (ED)

In regards to physical causes, there are a variety of elements that can trigger different kinds of erection issues. These can include:

• Medication Induced ED (i.e., brought on by SSRIs, antihypertensivess, spironolactone, etc.)
• Recreational Drug Induced ED (i.e., brought on by cocaine, marijuana, heroine, etc.)
• Testosterone-Related ED (also called hypogonadism)
• Vascular-Related ED (i.e., DM, HTN, high-cholesterol, etc.)

In many cases, erectile dysfunction is actually caused by a combination of both mental and organic elements; especially in situations where ED symptoms begin to appear due to physical factors, and then mental involvement (i.e., performance anxiety) can worsen the issue.

Sometimes, there are other issues that can appear together such as decreased libido or ejaculatory issues (i.e., premature or delayed ejaculation). However, these are considered separate issues to ED, and they should be evaluated separately by your HCP.

If you’re experiencing the symptoms of ED (getting or maintaining an erection), and you’d like to see what treatment options are available to you, talk to a practitioner at Felix.

What Type of Erectile Dysfunction Cannot be Cured?

There is no single cure for erectile dysfunction.

The best way to treat and manage ED symptoms is to determine what the underlying factors contributing to the symptoms are, and then address those.

Most types of erectile dysfunction can be improved significantly over time, through various treatment options. The type of treatment that will work best for you will depend on what your healthcare practitioner believes your underlying cause(s) could be.

Are All Erection Types Treated the Same?

As we’ve mentioned, finding the underlying cause of your ED symptoms is the most important step towards finding a successful treatment.

When you’re experiencing a decreased sex drive (libido), or you’re experiencing ejaculatory issues (i.e., premature or delayed ejaculation), these issues need to be addressed separately from erectile dysfunction symptoms.

It’s important to distinguish between these types of issues, so that you can communicate accurately to your healthcare practitioner the types of issues you’re facing, as well as the health goals you’re hoping to achieve.

When Should I Talk to My Healthcare Practitioner about My ED Symptoms?

If you’re experiencing symptoms of ED, it’s a good idea to start your journey to better health by determining the underlying cause of your symptoms. Once that’s been completed, if you’re interested in exploring ED treatment options, all you have to do to get started is complete a short online assessment.

If the practitioner believes ED medications could be right for you, based on your health and medical history, they’ll be able to suggest treatments that best fit your needs.

With Felix in your corner, you can take back control of your health and sex life, so that you can get back to living life on your terms - the way it should be.