How many men diagnosed with ED have some organic disease?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz answered:About 80% of men who have erectile dysfunction (ED) have an organic cause, such as hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis), diabetes, high blood pressure, metabolic syndrome, or a physical injury such as one caused by a car or motorcycle accident. Years ago, many doctors thought ED was usually a psychological issue. We were wrong! If you have ED, see your doctor to see if an underlying and potentially serious health problem may be the cause.About 80% of men who have erectile dysfunction (ED) have an organic cause, such as hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis), diabetes, high blood pressure, metabolic syndrome, or a physical injury such as one caused by a car or motorcycle... More -
Honor Society of Nursing (STTI) answered:As many as 30 million American men are affected by erectile dysfunction (ED), and the odds of developing the condition increase with age. Just 4% of men in their 50s cannot get or maintain an erection, but as many as 69% of those in their 70s experience problems with sexual function. In most cases, ED is caused by an organic disease that affects the nervous system (neurological), heart and blood vessels (cardiovascular) or hormonal (endocrine) imbalance.As many as 30 million American men are affected by erectile dysfunction (ED), and the odds of developing the condition increase with age. Just 4% of men in their 50s cannot get or maintain an erection, but as many as 69% of those in their... More
