Erectile dysfunction
Also called: ED and impotence
Occurs when a man can't get or keep an erection firm enough for sexual intercourse.
- Treatable by a medical professional
- Usually self-diagnosable
- Lab tests or imaging rarely required
- Chronic: can last for years or be lifelong
Erectile dysfunction can be a sign of a physical or psychological condition. It can cause stress, relationship strain, and low self-confidence.
Very common: More than 3 million US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
Sources: Mayo Clinic and others. Learn more
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Overview of erectile dysfunction, also called ED; how common the condition is; who is most likely to develop ED; and what ED's complications are.
Erectile dysfunction, or ED, is when it is hard to get or keep an erection that's firm enough for sex. ED affects as many as 30 million men.
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