Erectile dysfunction: starting the conversation

What to expect from a confidential, individual assessment.

Erectile dysfunction: starting the conversation

A symptom worth discussing

Difficulty getting or maintaining an erection can have physical, emotional or medicine-related causes. Blood-vessel, nerve and hormone conditions may contribute. An assessment helps identify the next step.

Your appointment

A clinician may discuss your symptoms, health, medicines and wellbeing, examine you and recommend selected tests. Bring a medicine list and note when the problem began. Do not stop prescribed medicines on your own.

General information only; treatment depends on your individual assessment.

Sources: NIDDK — Causes · Diagnosis