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  • 21/12/2021

What are some causes of impotence in men?

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Dr. Dr Shubham Chauhan

Dr Shubham Chauhan

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  • MBBS
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Erectile dysfunction is caused by psychological triggers such as stress, anxiety, relationship problems, depression, performance anxiety, guilt, low self-esteem, pornography addiction and health conditions such as hypertension, dyslipidemia, diabetes mellitus, atherosclerotic heart disease.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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