Patient's question:
Cannot get an erection, unable to engage in sexual activity, can it be cured? I have some heart problems.I heard that one of my old classmates has already suffered from erectile dysfunction at a young age and is now very troubled. He struggles to perform well in front of his wife. Now, he really wants to treat this condition, but he is very afraid that it cannot be cured.
Doctor's answer:
Erectile dysfunction (ED) falls into two categories: one is psychological ED, caused by mental and psychological factors; the other is organic ED, resulting from systemic diseases or local abnormalities. Experts explain that in patients under 40, the primary causes are psychological, trauma, or anatomical abnormalities, while among elderly patients, approximately 80% suffer from diabetes or atherosclerosis, and some are also taking medications for hypertension, diabetes, or heart disease. Treating organic ED hinges on addressing the underlying related diseases. Only through detailed examinations to identify the exact cause can targeted treatment be administered.