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What are the causes of erectile dysfunction (ED)?

Stress and emotional issues can certainly cause erectile dysfunction; but if you are older, ED may be indicative of a medical problem. Urologist Harry Fisch, MD, explains how erectile dysfunction could be caused by a vascular issue.

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Up Next

  • What is erectile dysfunction (ED)?

  • How can watching too much porn cause erectile dysfunction?

  • How does stress affect a man's sex drive?

  • How can men deal with erectile dysfunction?

  • How is erectile dysfunction treated?

  • Does psychotherapy help treat erectile dysfunction?

  • How will having my prostate removed affect my sex life?

  • Does premature ejaculation get better over time?

  • Does radiation therapy for prostate cancer cause erectile dysfunction?

  • When is it time for a man to go see a doctor about stress?

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