Relationships in which one partner suffers from erectile dysfunction (ED)<\/a> may experience additional strain related to intimacy. These couples can embrace National Couple Appreciation Month as a way to try out new ways to support each other.<\/p>\n A partner who does not understand ED<\/a> may blame themselves for their partner\u2019s lack of interest or inability to engage in sexual activity. Developing a thorough understanding of ED and how it impacts someone\u2019s sex life can build empathy and trust within relationships. Getting to the root cause of someone\u2019s ED can also help to eliminate fears and feelings of rejection so that both partners can work together to find a solution.<\/p>\n It is recommended the following topics be covered when discussing ED with a partner<\/a>:<\/p>\n Shame can prevent individuals from seeking help or from communicating with their partners. Research suggests<\/a> that less than half of men who experience ED seek medical solutions for their symptoms. The stigmatization of ED leads to increased anxiety and shame surrounding sex within romantic relationships. When couples face ED as a team, and seek help when needed, they are better able to overcome shame and anxiety together.<\/p>\n Ideas for engaging in intimacy that do not involve sexual activity include:<\/p>\n Couples may wish to seek medical assistance<\/a> if ED continues to interfere with sex and intimacy within their relationship. Prescription lifestyle medications, also known as oral phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitors<\/a>, are recommended to treat ED, barring any pre-existing conditions that prohibit a patient from taking them. These oral medications (e.g. Viagra) are highly effective at treating ED, enabling couples to engage in sexual activity once again.<\/p>\n Those wishing to explore their options for treatment of erectile dysfunction<\/a> can have their medications delivered right to their front door. Visit eDrugstore.com<\/a> to learn more about sexual health<\/a> and ED treatments today!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Couples are learning new ways to support their partners this April. April is National Couple Appreciation Month, making it the perfect time for couples to explore new ways of showing their appreciation for one another. This celebratory month was created to inspire couples to try something new together or to recommit to their relationship. Relationship […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":28875,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_autoblog_aioseo_focus_keyphrase":"","_autoblog_aioseo_title":"","_autoblog_aioseo_description":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[20],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-28874","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-erectile-dysfunction"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\tLearn More About Erectile Dysfunction<\/h3>\n
Practice Open Communication<\/h3>\n
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The old adage \u201ccommunication is key\u201d also applies to sex and intimacy, especially in relationships where ED is present. When one partner has ED<\/a>, the other partner is also impacted. It is important for couples to practice open and honest communication about how they are feeling about sex, intimacy, and potential solutions moving forward.<\/p>\n\n
Overcome Shame<\/h3>\n
Redefine Sex and Intimacy<\/h3>\n
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Couples can choose to broaden their definitions of sex and intimacy<\/a> in a way that better suits their situation. Couples may wish to engage in other sexual activities, such as \u201coutercourse,<\/a>\u201d to connect physically. Additionally, they can redefine intimacy to include activities that have nothing to do with sexual touch.<\/p>\n\n
Seek Help<\/h3>\n