There are multiple causes for erectile dysfunction, and one of the least possible reasons is poor libido. The main reasons for ED fall under psychological and physical categories that range from high cholesterol, high blood pressure and hormonal issues to depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. Most men often hide their condition, as they find it too embarrassing for discussion. Hence, as a partner, you are in a better position to notice the early warning signs of erectile dysfunction and ensure that your partner receives a timely and proper treatment.

Here are a few signs that you must look out for:

Erection struggles with the partner

If your sexual partner is unable to achieve an erection with you, but is able to masturbate, then this could be a sign of erectile dysfunction. If erection failure happens for almost half of the time, then this is a set indication of the problem. According to studies, such a condition is usually attributed to stress and can be resolved through various means of relaxation and stress relief.

Brief intercourse

If your partner achieves an erection that is either brief or too flaccid on most occasions, then this is a hint that he might be suffering from erectile dysfunction.

Multiple night-time erections

The other reason that could result in low quality intercourse could be because your partner is going through multiple night-time erections .There is a test to determine your night-time activity, which is called the ‘postage stamp test’. For this, a ring of postage stamps is attached around the penis before bedtime. If, in the morning, the ring is found to be broken then it means that the penis is active at night even while your partner is asleep. This denotes that your partner has erectile dysfunction.

Overuse of Viagra

A lot of people do not realize that the intake of excessive Viagra can most certainly have damaging effects. A study published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine in 2012 states that healthy men who take Viagra can later develop a dependency on the drug, which can, in turn, potentially lead to erectile dysfunctions, which are psychological in nature.

Poor oral health

A study in Taiwan has indicated that men who are suffering from erectile dysfunction are those who are more susceptible to chronic periodontal infections. The reason behind this is that because of poor oral health, the bad bacteria are able to enter your blood vessels and damage the flow of blood within the body that includes the penis. This lack of blood flow is what leads to erectile dysfunction. So, ensure that your partner gets his dental issues resolved to avoid damage of blood flow to the sexual organ that hampers erection.

Numbness in the genitals

If your partner complains of numbness in the area below the belt, then that could be an indication of erectile dysfunction. Numbness is a condition that will prevent the ‘sexual spark’ from triggering an erection. There can be many physiological reasons behind numbness. So a timely visit to the doctor is mandatory to sort things out, before they worsen.

Diabetic conditions

There are a lot of chronic health reasons that can lead to erectile dysfunctions. In fact, diabetic men often suffer from erectile dysfunction at an earlier age when compared to normal men who will have a likelihood of developing that condition due to old age.
Now that you have a fair idea of the probable symptoms of ED, make it a point to stay alert and be proactive to avoid these conditions.