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ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION (ED)

Definition & Facts

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a condition in which you are unable to get or keep an erection firm enough for satisfactory sexual intercourse. You may find it difficult to talk with a health care professional about ED. However, remember that a healthy sex life is part of a healthy life.

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Symptoms & Causes

Symptoms of erectile dysfunction (ED) include being able to get an erection sometimes, but not every time; being able to get an erection but not having it last long enough for sexual intercourse; and being unable to get an erection at any time.

Diagnosis

A doctor diagnoses erectile dysfunction (ED) with a medical and sexual history and a mental health and physical exam. You may find it difficult to talk with a health care professional about ED; however, remember that a healthy sex life is part of a healthy life.

Treatment

A health care professional may work with you to treat an underlying cause of your erectile dysfunction (ED). Choosing an ED treatment is a personal decision.

Prevention

You can help prevent many of the causes of ED by adopting healthy lifestyle behaviors, such as being physically active, quitting smoking, and following a healthy eating plan.

Clinical Trials

The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) and other components of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) conduct and support research into many diseases and conditions.