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10 Erectile Dysfunction Facts

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10 Facts about Erectile Dysfunction (ED)

  1. Most people think erectile dysfunction (ED) only affects older men, although it’s more common in older men, ED can affect men at any age. (1)
  2. In 2021, medication for erectile dysfunction was prescribed every 7 and a half seconds to people in England and Wales. (2)
  3. From a 1000 men survey, almost half of men in the UK (48%) say they have trouble getting or keeping an erection, whether that’s always, sometimes or on occasion. That’s the equivalent of 16.5 million men. (2)
  4. ED is often associated with obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol & diabetes which are all significant health risks. (3)
  5. Weight loss and increased exercise could reduce the risk of erectile dysfunction by up to 70%. (3)
  6. Your lifestyle habits have an incredibly large impact on your health, including your sexual health. Habits like tobacco use and drinking are linked to ED in undeniable ways. (4)
  7. While not common, men can “break” their penises, which can create significant problems with getting an erection. The break is your blood vessels bursting, which can be very painful and cause swelling. (4)
  8. In a US study of 18–30-year-old men, 11.3% reported mild erectile dysfunction and 2.9% reported moderate-to-severe erectile dysfunction. (5)
  9. Foods such as watermelon, spinach, salmon, and dark chocolate could help those who suffer from erectile dysfunction. (6)
  10. Viagra isn’t the only solution; there are many different ED solutions available now, head over to our website to find out more.
     

References

  1. Web MD – Erectile Dysfunction Common With Age -Published 4 Aug 2003 
  2. Pharmacy Direct – Key ED Facts and Figures in the UK in 2021- Published 9 Dec 2021  
  3. BAUS – Erectile Dysfunction
  4. Uro Surgery Houston –10 Surprising Facts About ED You May Not know  
  5. PubMed- Erectile Dysfunction in a Sample of Sexually Active Young Adult Men from a U.S. Cohort: Demographic, Metabolic and Mental Health Correlates – Published 16 Sept 2020  
  6. Proactive Men's Medical Centre - 9 Foods That Can Help You Stay Erect and Sustain Stronger Erections

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