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What Causes Erectile Dysfunction?
Simply stated, we can attribute the cause of erectile dysfunction to a low or lack of blood supply to the penile region. With a decrease in blood flow, it is inevitable for plaques to start building up along the walls of the arteries that supply blood to the penis. Consequently, this creates blockages which further reduce the amount of blood flowing to the penis, hence the problem of erectile dysfunction.
Several factors could be causing this, including
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Age
Low testosterone levels Obesity
Lifestyle patterns such as smoking and excessive intake of alcohol
Certain medical conditions include prostate cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, etc.
Previous surgery
Injury to the penis Lack of
