While not all sexually transmitted diseases are linked to erectile dysfunction, a few, such as gonorrhea, chlamydia, viral hepatitis and HIV, may cause infections in your prostate that can affect your erections and ability to have sex.
The short answer is yes. Certain STIs, like chlamydia, gonorrhea, untreated HIV, and viral hepatitis can sometimes cause infections in the prostate gland. If this does happen, then it is possible for you to have symptoms of ED.
Injuries, particularly if they damage the nerves or arteries that control erections. Medications, including antidepressants, antihistamines and medications to treat high blood pressure, pain or prostate conditions. Psychological conditions, such as stress, anxiety or depression.
Hormonal issues such as low testosterone levels can also factor in, more often for older men. Prostate cancer treatments including surgery and radiation may be the culprit. If you have erections in the morning or while sleeping, the problem probably isn't physical. Stress, anxiety, and depression can cause ED, too.
Late-stage chlamydia refers to an infection that has spread to other parts of the body. For example, it may have spread to the cervix (cervicitis), testicular tubes (epididymitis), eyes (conjunctivitis), or throat (pharyngitis), causing inflammation and pain.
Causes of erectile dysfunction
This is usually caused by stress, tiredness or drinking too much alcohol, and it's nothing to worry about. It can also be a side effect of some medicines. If erectile dysfunction happens often, it may be caused by a condition such as: high blood pressure or high cholesterol.
You can experience erectile dysfunction in your 20s; it is normal and common. Many things could be causing your ED, including lifestyle factors, medications, or psychological stress. Overall, there is no need to worry, as there are many changes you can make and medications you can take to help manage your ED.
Causes of ED
These vary widely and can include psychological, neurological, and lifestyle-related factors. ED can also be a side effect of some medications. Stress, anxiety, and lifestyle factors can contribute to ED at any age, while physical factors are more likely to play a role for older adults.
Some causes of ED are reversible or curable. This means that after addressing the underlying cause, you'll be able to get an erection without medication. But ED is often due to several underlying causes. A cure may not be possible in these situations, but medications can help.
Gonorrhea has progressively developed resistance to the antibiotic drugs prescribed to treat it. Following the spread of gonococcal fluoroquinolone resistance, the cephalosporin antibiotics have been the foundation of recommended treatment for gonorrhea.
If you're pretty sure your mental health isn't causing your ED, there are certain physical causes of erectile dysfunction in younger men. Obesity, alcohol or tobacco use, and drug abuse may play a role. Additionally, ED can occur as a side effect of certain medications, including antidepressants (Rew, 2016).
So, your man struggling to get hard is absolutely not conclusive evidence that he's cheating. In fact, it's comforting to know that in reality it could be the total opposite: “Men with ED, and so many young men I see now, tell me it's because they care so much for their partner.
Without medical intervention, a chlamydia infection can persist for years if gone unnoticed [1]. Fortunately, once diagnosed, a healthcare provider can provide patients with the right medication to treat the sexually transmitted infection (STI).
Being tested means that you can be treated, and the proper treatment will help clear up a chlamydial infection in a matter of weeks. On the other hand, if you don't get tested or don't see a healthcare provider for treatment, chlamydia can live in the body for weeks, months, or even years without being detected.
If left untreated, chlamydia can cause pelvic inflammatory disease in women, which can lead to chronic pain and infertility. In men, untreated chlamydia can cause pain and swelling in one or both testicles.
Symptoms in men
an unusual discharge from the tip of the penis, which may be white, yellow or green. pain or a burning sensation when urinating. inflammation (swelling) of the foreskin. pain or tenderness in the testicles – this is rare.