About.com Health: The Health Problem Guys Don't Want to Talk About

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Health From Heather Loeb, your About Health Editor Erectile dysfunction can seem like a hush-hush problem, one that men are embarrassed to even bring up with their doctors (let alone a romantic partner). But it's a surprisingly common complaint -- as many as one in five men experience ED at some point throughout their lives. Causes of ED Erectile dysfunction can be caused by a myriad of physical and psychological factors. Common medical conditions, such as high blood pressure and diabetes, may play a role -- as can being depressed or overly stressed. Who Does Erectile Dysfunction Affect? The Difference Between Impotence and Erectile Dysfunction See More About:  erectile dysfunction causes  diabetes  high blood pressure Getting Help As you can probably tell from all the spam messages in your email's junk folder, there are plenty of supposed remedies out there for erectile dysfunction. But your doctor can help you sift through the options to find one that's safe and effective. Drugs Used to Treat ED See More About:  erectile dysfunction treatments  erectile dysfunction drugs  erectile dysfunction products Dating When You Have ED Perhaps one of the most difficult aspects of erectile dysfunction is talking about it with current or potential partners. How To Talk about ED as a Couple See More About:  erectile dysfunction  dating  It's About More Than Just Sex Difficulty getting and/or maintaining an erection may be a sign of otherwise-hidden heart disease, so it's important to inform your doctor. See More About:  cardiac risk factors  erectile dysfunction  Health Ads Health Heart Health Tips Public Health News Erectile Dysfunction Mold Health Risk Featured Articles Using Music for Sleep Problems Smoking and Alzheimer's Risk Does Diet Soda Really Cause Strokes? 5 Simple Changes to Eat Healthier OCD in Teenagers Depression and Self-Esteem in Children   More from About.com Discover the Disney Dream Disney's newest cruise ship has something for every family member, from the Aqua Duck watercoaster to adults-only lounges. More> Cruise the Celebrity Eclipse The Eclipse features luxurious interiors, a spa, and the "iLounge" where guests can check email and create their own photo books. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Free Health Tools from About.com Count Calories, Lose Weight Understand Your Test Results Check Your Symptoms Advertisement