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Mayo Clinic specialists have extensive experience and expertise in caring for patients with erectile dysfunction (ED). Erectile dysfunction refers not only to impotence but also to curvature of the penis, premature ejaculation and prolonged painful erection not associated with sexual desire. Besides providing care, Mayo physicians are committed to ongoing research to find causes and solutions for the condition.
Mayo Clinic specializes in comprehensive evaluations of men with ED. These evaluations include a thorough history and physical and the latest in imaging techniques — including ultrasonography, cavernosography and cavernosometry, which determine blood flow in the penis. Read more about erectile dysfunction diagnosis.
Besides traditional drugs used to treat ED, Mayo Clinic offers specialty services such as vascular therapy and mechanical devices. The cause and severity of ED are important factors in determining the best treatment or combination of treatments. Read more about erectile dysfunction treatment options.
ED affects between 15 and 30 million American men. Nearly all men suffer from this condition at some point in their lives. In the past, ED was generally attributed to psychological factors. However, recent research indicates that as many as 75 percent of all ED cases result from medical problems, usually related to the vascular (blood supply) system in the penis. Vascular problems that cause ED may be related to high cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, surgery or medication.
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