Relationship and erectile dysfunction

Today erectile dysfunction (ED) is not considered just a problem of men, but of the couple, so it is appropriate that it is addressed together.
Involving your partner and sharing with her doubts and anxieties gives value to her role and her identity within the couple, and facilitates the choice of the best solution.
In recent years, in fact, doctors give a great importance to the “couple dimension”, as regards both the diagnostic aspect and the therapeutic one.
Talking to each other facilitates the relational and affective understanding of the environment in which the issue occurs, helping to identify possible triggers of the problem.
Therefore, seek to have an open dialogue with your partner about these topics. You will help her feel important and not excluded, and she will help you and your doctor understand better what issues may be the cause of the difficulty in having intercourses and find the best solution together.

We summarize below the main recommendations relating to the life of a couple:

1. Respect your partner

Always consider the importance of respecting those who have a different sensibility from yours in facingsexual themes. It is always essential to have the consent of your partner. His will can make ethical gestures or attitudes, which conversely could become harassment or violence.

2. Protect yourself and others!

Practice safe sex (i.e. use condoms) if you do not know the HIV status of yours and of your partner, especially if you have casual relationships.

3. Pay attention to personal hygiene

Wash once a day with soap and water even in the genital region, pulling down the skin that covers the tip of the penis (foreskin) completely.

In order to help you in the dialogue process you can follow this list of questions:
It is necessary to have enough time to discuss this topic and find a cozy place where you can sit and talk about the matter. You need to repeat this exercise as often as required until you reach the right level of communication.