Erectile Dysfunction (ED) is the persistent inability to achieve or maintain an erection firm enough to have sexual activity. Approximately 1 in 5 American men > 20 years old suffer from ED. Some men may have difficulty achieving erection time to time, but when this happens more than half the time, then ED is present.
ED is more common as men age, but age is not the cause of the problem. ED can be an early sign of a more serious health problem, specifically cardiovascular disease. Having a urologic evaluation for ED at the first sign of the problem is advisable to ascertain you are not at risk for other health related conditions.
The treatment for ED is tailored to patient’s medical condition causing the problem. Once a more serious health condition has been ruled out as the cause of your symptoms treatments consist of four primary therapy options and include:
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