Erection problems, erectile dysfunction and erection problems

Definition of erectile dysfunction

An erection problem (erectile dysfunction) is not able to get and maintain an erection to have satisfactory sexual intercourse. Erection problems and erectile dysfunction are the names preferred over the older term impotence. There are no uniform criteria regarding the frequency and duration to meet the definition. As a guide, a sustained period of longer than 3 months used. It happens to many men sometimes they can not get or maintain an erection. That's pretty normal. It is therefore only about erectile problems often spoken of as a man is unable to get or keep an erection.

Facts about erectile dysfunction

• Erection problems are more common than you might think. In the general population of the NIPO was 14%.
• In men aged 50 to 64 increases the risk for erectile dysfunction in men by 26% and increases the chance of 65 + to 45%.
• Only 5% of men with erection problems seek medical help.
• Of all men with erectile dysfunction, only 12% under treatment.
• 45% of men with diabetes have erectile problems often or sometimes.
• Of men with high blood pressure 43% sometimes or often suffer from erectile dysfunction.
• Men with prostate cancer have a greater risk of erectile dysfunction. After surgery, the risk of erectile dysfunction increased 50%, 30% by external radiation and radiation from within 15%.