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erectile dysfunction

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noun

  1. difficulty in achieving or maintaining an erection of the penis; impotence.


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The oral version of minoxidil can cause unwanted hair growth on the face and other areas of the body, while finasteride can dampen libido and lead to erectile dysfunction.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 25, 2026

The analysis found no meaningful excess of memory loss or dementia, depression, sleep problems, erectile dysfunction, weight gain, nausea, fatigue, headache, or many other commonly cited concerns.

From Science Daily • Feb. 15, 2026

Launched in 2017, Hims initially focused on treating men’s health issues such as hair loss and erectile dysfunction — concerns that people might feel too embarrassed to bring up in doctor visits.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 28, 2025

TV presenter Davina McCall has campaigned to increase awareness of the menopause and its affect on women and now there are calls for an equivalent male champion for erectile dysfunction to help end the stigma.

From BBC • Dec. 28, 2023

Different people experience different symptoms, which can manifest as fatigue, chest pains, heart palpitations, cognitive impairment, poor sleep, blood clots, erectile dysfunction, irregular menstruation and much more.

From Salon • Mar. 16, 2023