May 17th, 2013
Erection problems are not a routine part of aging and are less likely in men who don’t have high blood pressure, diabetes, or heart disease, and who manage stress and emotions well.
An erection problem is when a man cannot get or keep an erection that is firm enough to have intercourse. You may be unable to get an erection at all. Or, you may lose the erection during intercourse before you are ready.
If the condition continues, it is called erectile dysfunction.
Erection problems may be caused by physical problems, such as injury to nerves or loss of blood supply to the penis.
Common causes of erection problems include:
*Source: MedlinePlus
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