Erectile Dysfunction
Impotence is not a life-threatening condition but could be a symptom of something more serious, like heart disease, hypertension, or diabetes. If you are having trouble getting an erection of maintaining an erection, speak to your doctor and discuss your treatment options. Erectile dysfunction is a delicate subject to discuss for many men but stress from ED can cause the condition to worsen.
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- Q What are meant by erection problems (erectile dysfunction)?
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An erection problem means that a man can't get or keep an erection that is firm enough for him to have sex. Erection problems are also called erectile dysfunction or impotence. Erection problems can happen at any age but are more common in men with other... Full Answer
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- Q How can I overcome erectile dysfunction (ED) if I have prostate cancer?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyOdds are, guys who have prostate cancer will have erectile dysfunction (ED), troubles getting and maintaining an erection during sex. That's because the treatment itself for prostate cancer causes problems down south. Although you can't and... Full Answer
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- Q What is erectile dysfunction (ED)?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyYou can think of erectile dysfunction, or ED, as a power shortage below the belt. The problem occurs when a man has trouble getting or maintaining an erection. Any guy can have a bad day now and then, so an occasional bout with erectile... Full Answer
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- Q Does homeopathy help treat sexual function/impotence?
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Evidence supporting the use of homeopathy to improve sexual function is lacking. More studies are needed. You should read product labels, and discuss all therapies with a qualified healthcare provider. Natural Standard information does not constitute... Full Answer
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- Q How many American men experience erectile dysfunction?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyIf you're experiencing erectile dysfunction, you can take some consolation in knowing that you're not alone. Not by a long shot: There are about 30 million other guys in the United States who frequently have problems developing or keeping an... Full Answer
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- Q Do all older men have erectile dysfunction?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyWhile some men never have erectile dysfunction, many men do experience ED with aging. Full Answer
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- Q How common is erectile dysfunction (ED) after prostate cancer surgery?
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Dr. Marc Garnick, OncologySurgery for prostate cancer can sever some of the nerves and arteries that are necessary for an erection. About three-quarters of men who have had a radical prostatectomy, including the nerve-sparing operation, experience erectile dysfunction (ED). The... Full Answer
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- Q Is erectile dysfunction an indicator for heart disease?
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For men who are experiencing erectile dysfunction at a level they are concerned about, treatment might include a check-up at a primary care physician’s office and/or conversations with a psychologist. But what many men do not know is that it might... Full Answer
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- Q Why is erectile dysfunction a vastly underreported problem?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyAbout 80% of erectile dysfunction goes unreported. Here's one important reason: The biggest problem many people have with sex is talking about it. A few years ago, researchers asked a group of men with erectile dysfunction who had never spoken with... Full Answer
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- Q Is erectile dysfunction temporary or chronic?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyAny guy can have an off day. Some afternoons your usually reliable golf swing might produce nothing but ugly slices that curl into the woods and plunk down in ponds. Likewise, it's perfectly normal to experience an occasional problem producing an... Full Answer
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