A lot of good information and help for impotence is available to people who need it. The popularity of recent treatment has also helped remove some of the stigma associated with discussing impotence as more people realize it is often treatable at all ages.

Keeping in mind that there is usually an underlying physical condition that explains impotence, one's doctor may be the best person to seek advice from. A doctor can determine whether an underlying physical condition, lifestyle factors, a prescription drug side effect, a psychological factor, or some combination of these is responsible for the impotence. He or she does this by taking a detailed personal and medical history, performing a physical examination, making a psychological evaluation, and running laboratory tests if necessary. This information is then used to plan the best treatment. Urologists, or doctors who specialize in diseases of the urinary tract, are usually the ones who provide such treatment. A gynecologist, often in consultation with an urologist, may treat female sexual dysfunction.

Counseling can be tremendously helpful, particularly for psychological impotence. Counseling may help couples improve communication skills and communicate their

sexual needs better, or provide practical tips for making sex physically fulfilling to both partners. If someone has suffered from abuse or post-traumatic stress disorder, counseling can help inculcate coping skills. People whose impotence is linked to depression, anxiety or stress can also benefit from counseling by a skilled professional and guidance on treatment that may offer relief for both the underlying psychological condition and for impotence.

There are several free and reliable sources on the Internet such as the American Urological Association website, that provide detailed information on the causes and treatment of impotence. These sources may be useful for both the person suffering from impotence and their sexual partner.

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