Tumescence dysfunction is an unfortunate situation all men would like to avoid. Tumescence dysfunction is clearly related to a man’s male organ health, and there are several factors which can bring it about. There also are numerous conditions and situations associated with it. Now a recent study suggests that men with a bipolar condition may be at an increased risk of tumescence dysfunction.

What is bipolar disorder?

Bipolar disorder is one of many medical terms with which the general public has a general acquaintance but may not have a great understanding of. Sometimes called manic-depressive illness, bipolar disorder is, according to the National Institutes of Mental Health (NIMH), “a brain disorder that causes unusual shifts in mood, energy, activity levels, and the ability to carry out day-to-day tasks.”

When a person has bipolar disorder, they are frequently subject to changes, often sudden and severe, in their mood, energy and activity levels. If they are experiencing a “manic episode,” they are in a very “up” mood, seemingly very happy and energetic. A “depressive” episode means the opposite – a “down” feeling where they feel sad, listless and hopeless. The severity of these moods can change, and a bipolar person can switch between them rapidly sometimes; this is what is known as experiencing “mood swings.”

Scientists are still studying and learning more about bipolar disorder, including what causes it. There definitely seems to be a genetic component, although genes alone are not the only cause. Their also seems to be a difference in the way the brain of a bipolar person is structured and functions, compared to the brain of a non-bipolar individual.

Bipolar condition and tumescence dysfunction

A study from Taiwan, entitled “Newly Diagnosed Bipolar Disorder and the Subsequent Risk of Tumescence dysfunction: A Nationwide Cohort Study” looked at the data associated with 5,150 men at the time when they were newly diagnosed with bipolar disorder. The doctors then found data on two non-bipolar men for each identified bipolar man, matching them based on various characteristics (age, background, etc.) They then looked the two groups to see what they could find.

In the control group of non-bipolar men, tumescence dysfunction was present in 0.95% of the group. Among the men newly-diagnosed with bipolar disorder, the rate was 2.12%. (Men who were newly diagnosed with bipolar order were used because they would not then have been receiving treatment for their bipolar disorder. Once they begin receiving mediation to treat their bipolar disorder, it is possible that the medication could be the cause of tumescence dysfunction, which would skew the results.)

The study does have limitations, of course, and both the 0.95% and 2.12% rates of tumescence dysfunction are much smaller than would normally be expected. So it may turn out that men with bipolar disorder do not have a greater risk.

But whatever the case, a man with bipolar disorder or tumescence dysfunction (or both) should see the appropriate medical professional to obtain appropriate treatment and help. An early diagnosis means that an effective treatment plan can be developed more quickly.

Even if a man has neither bipolar disorder nor tumescence dysfunction, he still needs to keep an eye on his member health. Daily application of a top tier male organ health crème (health professionals recommend Man 1 Man Oil, which is clinically proven mild and safe for skin) can help. The best crème will contain both L-arginine and L-carnitine. L-arginine is an amino acid which helps produce nitric oxide; this in turn helps member blood vessels expand to accommodate increased blood flow. L-carnitine has neuroprotective properties which make it ideal for protecting the manhood from loss of sensation from rough handling or over-aggressive activity in bed.

Visit http://www.menshealthfirst.com for additional information on most common member health issues, tips on improving male organ sensitivity and what to do to maintain a healthy manhood. John Dugan is a professional writer who specializes in men's health issues and is an ongoing contributing writer to numerous websites.