Many men feel uncomfortable or embarrassed talking about erectile dysfunction (ED). As many as 30 million American men have difficulty getting or maintaining an erection, so you are not alone.
It’s common for men to experience occasional erection problems, but if ED occurs more than 25% of the time you should see your doctor. ED is often a sign that you have a health-related problem, such as heart disease, diabetes, nerve damage, or an endocrine (hormonal) disorder. These health conditions cause or contribute to ED, and if you have been diagnosed with one of them you have a natural opening to discuss erection problems with your doctor.
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