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Erectile Dysfunction Health Center

What Is Erectile Dysfunction?

Erectile dysfunction or ED is the inability to achieve or sustain an erection suitable for sexual intercourse. Problems with erections may stem from medications, chronic illnesses, poor blood flow to the penis, drinking too much alcohol, or being too tired. Lifestyle changes, medications, and other treatments are often used to treat ED.

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Lifestyle Changes May Improve Erectile Dysfunction
Lifestyle changes such as eating a healthy diet, getting regular exercise, and maintaining a normal weight may help improve sexual function in men with erectile dysfunction, a study shows.

Erection Problem Checklist

An occasional problem achieving an erection is nothing to worry about. But failure to do so more than half of the time at any age may indicate a condition that needs treatment. Are you at risk for erectile dysfunction (ED)? Take the following quiz and find out.

  1. Are you overweight? Yes or No