Why Do Men Become Impotent?

Due to physical disorders & illness: Long term ailments of vital organs & systems such as the liver, kidneys, lungs, heart, nerves, arteries or veins can lead to impotence. Certain endocrine system disorders, especially diabetes can be the reason for impotence. The clogging of your arteries with fat deposits, also known as atherosclerosis, is a cause for impotence too. Low levels of the hormone testosterone in men is another factor that leads to impotence.

Due to surgery and distress: Impotency can be caused due to the damage of the nerves that control erections in men. An injury to the pelvic area or spinal cord or surgical treatment for bladder, rectal or prostate cancer can cause impotency. In rare instances temporary impotence is caused by riding a bicycle for prolonged periods.

Due to certain medications: Drugs extensively used for curing high blood pressure, pain and prostate cancer such as antidepressants, antihistamines and medications causes of impotence. These drugs adversely affect the nerves that carry blood to the penis. Even certain sleep aid drugs and certain anesthetics have shown to cause impotence in men.

Due to drug abuse and alcoholism: The penile blood vessels get damaged due to excessive intake drugs and alcohol. Studies have shows that extensive smoking, alcoholism and intake of drugs like marijuana, hashish and other addictive drugs often leads to impotence & erectile dysfunction with a diminished libido in men.

Due to stress, anxiety or depression. Psychological conditions such as stress & depression are some major factors for male impotency.