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Definition of Erectile dysfunction

1. Noun. Impotence resulting from a man's inability to have or maintain an erection of his penis.

Definition of Erectile dysfunction

1. Noun. (pathology) The inability of a man to obtain or sustain an erection. Abbreviation: ED ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Medical Definition of Erectile dysfunction

1. A consistent inability to sustain an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse. Also commonaly known as impotence. Medically, the term erectile dysfunction is used to differentiate impotence from other problems that interfere with sexual intercourse (such as lack of sexual desire and problems with ejaculation and orgasm). Impotence usually has a physical cause, such as disease, injury, drug side-effects, or a disorder that impairs blood flow in the penis. Impotence is treatable in all age groups. (12 Dec 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Erectile Dysfunction

Literary usage of Erectile dysfunction

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. A Lifelong Passion: Nicholas and Alexandra: Their Own Story by Andrei Maylunas (2005)
"Aoki, M.; Kumamoto, Y. Analyses of factor« contributing to the erectile dysfunction with aging by nocturnal penile tumescence, penile blood pressure index ..."

2. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Diagnosis and Treatment: Clinical Practice by DIANE Publishing Company (1995)
"Finasteride therapy has a 3- to 4-percent risk of erectile dysfunction, a 3- to 5-percent chance of decreased libido, and a 3-percent risk of impaired ..."

3. Anabolic Steroid Abuse by Geraline C. Lin (1996)
"O'Carroll, R., and Bancroft, J. Testosterone therapy for low sexual interest and erectile dysfunction in men: A controlled study. ..."

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