Dealing with a Profound Problem
I am a woman in my 50's and currently involved in the first stages of dating a man who is approximately the same age. He has confided in me his problem: erectile dysfunction (ED). He claims it is physiologically-based.
This is the first time I've encountered this. His sense of desolation is profound and hurts me. Anything I say only seems to make him frustrated and angry. Existing drugs and therapies are not options for various reasons.
Any advice you can give me would be welcome. I haven’t been able to find much information online for partners of men with ED.
Cynthia
Cynthia: Let me begin by saying that your patience and compassion are commendable. ED is a condition that couples go through TOGETHER. Couple’s counseling is great and speaking openly about the problem eases the anxiety men experience when dealing with ED.
ED is a problem that’s more common than people realize and its causes are too numerous to mention here. Consult a physician and educate yourself with the facts. The upside however, is that there are many treatment options outside of traditional pharmaceuticals and surgical procedures.
Most importantly, erectile dysfunction doesn’t have to mean the end of intimacy. Learning new positions, using accessories and educating yourself about various techniques that bring pleasure without intercourse, etc., can be a lot of fun.
I included the table of contents with my book recommendation on this subject. I also enclosed some helpful Web links.
Hope this helps.
Recommended Reading:Putting Impotence to Bed: What Every Woman & Man Needs to Know
More Resources:
http://www.8sxe.com/html/Sexual-Health/200905/27-164.html
http://www.draroras.com/index.php?module=article&pageid=53
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