Does anxiety cause erectile dysfunction?
Yes, anxiety both directly and indirectly in the form of other health conditions (Heart disease, high blood pressure/cholesterol, obesity) can cause erectile dysfunction.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
It depends on the cause of erection issue. In general; good balanced diet, regular exercise, normal BMI, no smoking or alcohol, adequate sleep and control of mental stress will help.
Proper treatment can often reverse erectile dysfunction or at least prevent it from worsening.
Reasons for erectile dysfunction in elderly include low testosterone with aging, higher incidence of medical conditions causing ED such as hypertension, dyslipidemia, diabetes mellitus, atherosclerotic heart disease.
Some tests can be done to know if there is any organic or physical cause and also detailed history including psychological evaluation helps.
Although there has been no conclusive evidence of link, there have been few reports of heart attack, stroke and arrhythmia in men taking Viagra.
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