Erectile Dysfunction FAQs: Erectile dysfunction (or ED), also called male impotence, describes a man's inability to achieve and maintain an erection of his penis sufficient for mutually satisfactory sexual intercourse with his partner. Erectile dysfunction is treatable with a variety of methods, including medications, devices and therapy. ED may be a symptom of other disorders and diseases such as high blood pressure or heart disease.
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Coronary heart disease is caused by plaque buildup in the artery that provides blood and oxygen to the heart muscle. The plaque can block enough blood going to the heart muscle; causing heart attack, arrhythmia, and other serious and fatal complications. Symptoms of heart disease include:
- Angina (chest pain)
- Palpitations
- Irregular heartbeat
- Back pain
- Shortness of breath
Risk factors for heart disease can not be prevented. Heart disease can be prevented through diet and other lifestyle changes like exercise and quitting smoking.
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TadalafilTadalafil relaxes muscles of the blood vessels and increases blood flow to particular areas of the body...learn more »
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