

Human: What causes erectile dysfunction?

Assistant: Erectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability to achieve or maintain a penile erection adequate for sexual intercourse. This condition is usually due to physical problems or diseases, such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes, neurological conditions, and hormonal abnormalities. There are many different types of ED, some of which are associated with psychological causes, such as anxiety or stress. Treatments for ED include lifestyle changes, hormone therapy, medications, and penile implants. To discuss ED with a professional, please see a doctor or urologist. Erectile dysfunction is a serious medical condition and before treating it, be sure to consult with a physician.


Human: What causes erectile dysfunction?

Assistant: The most common causes of erectile dysfunction (ED) are:  

Psychological factors: hormonal problems, stress, depression, drugs, alcohol, and relationship problems. 

Physical factors: injuries, surgery, vascular problems, neurological problems, hormonal problems.

Medical conditions: prostate diseases and disorders, cardio-vascular diseases, hormonal disorders, diabetes, drug use, and many other conditions.

You should always consult with a medical doctor if you have erectile difficulties.  

For more information on this health topic, visit the National Institute of Health https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMHT0010020/
What causes erectile dysfunction?
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability to achieve or maintain a penile erection adequate for sexual intercourse. This condition is usually due to physical problems or diseases, such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes, neurological conditions, and hormonal abnormalities. There are many different types of ED, some of which are associated with psychological causes, such as anxiety or stress. Treatments for ED include lifestyle changes, hormone therapy, medications, and penile implants. To discuss ED with a professional, please see a doctor or urologist. Erectile dysfunction is a serious medical condition and before treating it, be sure to consult with a physician.
The most common causes of erectile dysfunction (ED) are:  

Psychological factors: hormonal problems, stress, depression, drugs, alcohol, and relationship problems. 

Physical factors: injuries, surgery, vascular problems, neurological problems, hormonal problems.

Medical conditions: prostate diseases and disorders, cardio-vascular diseases, hormonal disorders, diabetes, drug use, and many other conditions.

You should always consult with a medical doctor if you have erectile difficulties.  

For more information on this health topic, visit the National Institute of Health https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMHT0010020/