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Erectile Dysfunction Not Part Of Aging Process

A person should not assume ED is part of the normal process of aging. Another cause most likely exists.

Many different conditions can lead to Erectile Dysfunction (ED). Many of the causes are health problems that affect the heart and blood vessels and need to be treated to help prevent more serious problems.

- diabetes
- high blood pressure
- high cholesterol

Unhealthy lifestyle habits can also contribute to ED. Anything that's bad for your heart is also bad for your sexual health.

- lack of exercise
- alcohol and drug abuse
- smoking
- overeating

Nerve damage from many causes can interfere with the signals that start an erection.

- pinal cord injury
- treatments for prostate cancer, including radiation and prostate removal
- multiple sclerosis and other nerve diseases

Some prescription drugs such as some antidepressants or high blood pressure medicines can cause ED. Your doctor may be able to change your drug treatment. Never stop taking a prescribed drug without talking with your doctor.

Doctors used to believe that most cases of ED resulted from mental or emotional problems. We now know that most ED has a physical cause. But depression and worry or anxiety can still cause ED. And ED from physical causes can lead to depression and worry, making ED worse.

A small number of ED cases result from a reduced level of the male hormone testosterone.