What to know about erectile dysfunction

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Erectile dysfunction makes it difficult to regularly attain or keep a firm enough erection to have sex. This can interfere with both sexual activity and quality of life, but medications and other treatments are available.

Some people will occasionally experience some difficulty with their penis becoming hard or staying firm. However, erectile dysfunction (ED) is often only a concern if satisfactory sexual performance is consistently impossible.

People may sometimes refer to ED as impotence.

The awareness that ED can be a treatable condition has increased since the discovery that the drug sildenafil, or Viagra, affected penile erections. However, people who have a problem with their sexual performance may be reluctant to talk with their doctor, seeing it as an embarrassing issue.

ED is now well understood and there are various treatments available.

Read the full article: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/5702

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What Is Sexual Health?

Sexual health measures your emotional, mental and physical ability to enjoy sexual activity. Good sexual health is important for your overall well-being and quality of life.

Up to 20% of men experience a sexual problem at some point in their lives. A variety of lifestyle factors and medical conditions can affect. your sexual health.


The Importance of Genital Hygiene for Sexual Health

Good hygiene habits are an important part of your sexual health. Keeping your genitals clean protects you and your partner from infections and skin conditions caused by bacteria or yeast. Inflammation from bacterial and fungal infections causes pain and discomfort during sexual activity.

Read more: https://health.ucdavis.edu/conditions/mens-health/mens-sexual-health-hygiene#:~:text=Sexual%20health%20measures%20your%20emotional,and%20medical%20conditions%20can%20affect.

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