THE CONDITION
- CAUSES & SYMPTOMS OF ED
If you are unable to get or keep an erection long enough for satisfying sex, you may have a medical condition called ‘erectile dysfunction’ or ‘ED.’ It can affect men of different ages. Recognising the concern and talking about it with your doctor or pharmacist or doctor are the first steps in managing the difficulties and getting yourself back on track.
WHAT CAUSES ED?
Erection difficulties can be due to a combination of physiological factors and psychological causes. And it can be a vicious cycle – difficulty having an erection might reduce your desire to have sex because you’re not confident your erection will last long enough.
Talking to your doctor or pharmacist to work out what may be causing erection difficulty can be the first step to helping you enjoy sex like you used to.
POSSIBLE FACTORS RELATED TO ED2,3,4
PHYSIOLOGICAL
- High Blood Pressure
- Heart Disease
- High Cholesterol
- Diabetes
- Prostate Surgery
- Spinal Injury
- Recreational Drugs
- Smoking
- Alcohol Intake
PSYCHOLOGICAL
- Stress and Anxiety
- Relationship Conflicts
- Depression and Bereavement
- Fear of failure to get an erection

