Erectile dysfunction is characterized by the inability to develop or maintain an erection of the penis sufficient for satisfactory sexual performance. Erectile dysfunction is indicated when an erection is consistently difficult or impossible to produce, despite arousal.

Symptoms
The symptoms of erectile dysfunction are generally the result of some other underlying problem. Such underlying health ailments could be either psychological or physical. Diseases, hormonal impairments and neurological ailments could all trigger erectile dysfunction. Depression and anxiety can also trigger erectile dysfunction.

The obvious symptoms are common: inability to produce or sustain a complete or partial erection. The penis is unable to retain the blood in its chambers and therefore, does not stand straight.

Causes
Some of the physical causes of erectile dysfunction are:

1. Fatigue or exhaustion during or before sexual activities
2. Excessive alcohol and/or tobacco consumption
3. Liver or kidney impairment
4. Any chronic illness
5. Multiple sclerosis
6. Parkinson's Disease
7. Some kind of prostate or bladder surgeries
8. Radiation therapy, especially if performed on and around genitals
9. Brain or spinal-cord injuries
10. Hypogonadism (that can lead to lower testosterone levels)
11. Any hormonal imbalance, especially male sex hormones
12. Any sort of stroke
13. Medication

Some of the health care providers also believe that there are three major health ailments that generally result into erectile dysfunction namely;

• 1) Diabetes
• 2) High blood pressure
• 3) Atherosclerosis (hardening of the blood vessels, arteries).

If a man is suffering from depression or is stressed, he is likely to have a weak erection and maybe even erectile dysfunction.

Treatment
There are many remedies for erectile dysfunction, ranging from natural therapies to the surgical procedures that anatomically correct the disturbed or altered sexual function of the penis.

Products containing natural aphrodisiac herbal extracts such as Ashwagandha, Shilajit, Kuchala, Shatavari and many more such herbs used to enhance the male libido and can help overcoming male sexual problems.

The Kegel exercise strengthens the pelvic muscles, allowing longer and stronger erections. Many holistic health care providers recommend yoga and Pranayama to overcome stressful conditions that cause erectile dysfunction. Some modern pills such as Viagra can also help fixing erectile dysfunction. But many people prefer to stick on to herbal treatment to avoid side or harmful/unwanted effects.

Herbal lubricants and massage oils contain the goodness of natural aphrodisiac herbs and are easily absorbed by the penile tissue. A curved penis is characterized as an abnormal angulation of the erect penis, usually seen as a bent penis. A bent penis is sometimes accompanied by a pain in the shaft. In most cases, it will progressively settle down and vanish without treatment in a few months. Curvature of the penis alone is not harmful, but severe bending makes intercourse difficult or virtually impossible.

Causes
Given below are the main causes of a curved penis:

• Poor growth of the penile spongy tissue is a major cause of curvature. When men who wear very tight underwear get an erection, their penile tissue are restricted from a typical outward growth. The penis then curves sideward. This affects the enlargement because blood will flow better through one side of the spongy tissue.


• Acute or recurring trauma (hitting or bending) can lead to localized bleeding inside the penile tissue and scar tissue, forcing the penis to become bent. Ageing also affects the shape of a penis.

Treatment
Elimination of the causes and regular massage with herbal ointments is the best way to ensure unrestricted blood flow, and hence a straight erection. For extreme cases, surgery may be the only way out. A weak erection is often a sign of male sexual weakness. A weak erection is not hard enough to provide adequate stimulation to the partner. It occurs when either blood flow to the penile tissue is insufficient or the tissue is not strong enough to hold the blood flow. When it does not get sufficient blood flow, the penis is not able to its full size.

A variety of reasons can constrict the arteries and veins and limit blood flow. Smoking and a high fat diet contribute to this condition. Penile injuries and some types of medication can also cause weak erections.

Sometimes, over-masturbation may lead to a weak erection. If this is the case, reduce the frequency of masturbation. Herbal supplements are useful in alleviating weak erections.