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It’s rare for anyone to be 100% effective. Keep performance in context, learn how to gauge it, get acquainted with the signs and symptoms of ED, and how to check for ED.

Over the course of one’s sexual life, there are natural ups and downs, and not all lapses of performance are an indication of an ED condition. ED is a fairly common problem, one that increases in likelihood as men age. Occasional ED can be attributed to tiredness, or too much to drink, or simply the wrong mindset for the moment. Frequent ED, however, can of course become a serious issue in one’s life, and it’s best to address the problem promptly and effectively.

How to Check for ED

The key factors in male sexual performance are the responsiveness in the excitement phase, the endurance of the erection during intercourse, and the control of the ejaculatory response.

The presence of a sexual partner with whom one frequently has sexual activity is a helpful gauge of one’s performance. People with little or only episodic sexual contact will naturally have more difficulty in addressing the real causes of ED, as performance anxiety can play a substantial role in these situations, as well as other psychological factors. For example, some treatments for ED can initially include the use of medications to overcome doubts in sexual performance, and be tapered off as men increase in confidence.

There are similar issues regarding ejaculatory performance, as no one possesses complete control of their abilities in this arena, and not all instances of premature ejaculation should be regarded as a serious problem. The frequency of the problem is to be gauged by the patient and their partner(s).

Men with chronic ED who do not respond to ED medications, or who are seeking a non-drug solution, may opt for acoustic wave therapy for ED, with products such as Shockwave or Gainswave, as the most effective ED treatment. Specialists also offer surgical options for those unresponsive to other methods.

Performance and perception both play a role in the recovery of natural function, and, while psychological counseling is helpful, direct treatment of one’s mechanical performance can also help to boost confidence and help overcome lingering doubts and apprehensions. Skilled specialists are able to diagnose the condition in its comprehensive context, and will make treatment recommendations that are tailored to the individual needs of each patient.

If your occasional ED is becoming too occasional and more closely resembling frequent ED, it’s time to take action. Discuss your condition with a specialist and recover your natural sexual function.