Erectile Dysfunction & Sexual Health
Answers to common questions about erectile dysfunction & sexual health.
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What is erectile dysfunction?
Erectile dysfunction is the persistent inability to achieve or maintain an erection adequate for satisfactory sexual activity.
Is erectile dysfunction always due to low testosterone?
No.
Common causes include:
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- High blood pressure
- Vascular disease
- Smoking
- Medications
- Neurological disorders
- Psychological factors
- Testosterone deficiency
Can erectile dysfunction be an early sign of diabetes or cardiovascular disease?
Yes. Erectile dysfunction can sometimes be an early marker of vascular or metabolic disease and deserves appropriate medical evaluation.
Does low libido mean low testosterone?
Not necessarily. Low libido may also occur because of relationship factors, stress, depression, poor sleep, medications, obesity, thyroid disorders and other medical conditions.