Erectile Dysfunction

This hub offers a comprehensive collection of expert-reviewed articles on erectile dysfunction (impotence) and male sexual health, providing evidence-based insights into etiology, diagnosis, and management. The resources address underlying medical, psychological, and lifestyle factors contributing to erectile dysfunction, along with discussions on complications, symptomatology, and available treatments—including regenerative therapies and penile implants. In addition, the collection explores broader aspects of men’s health such as the impact of sleep, mental well-being, obesity, and hormonal changes, as well as associated conditions like Peyronie’s disease and andropause. Guidance on communication with partners, integration of sexual and mental health, and advances in research and therapeutics are also featured. This hub serves as a trusted reference for clinicians, patients, and researchers seeking to understand and manage erectile dysfunction and related conditions.

How To Talk To Your Partner About Erectile Dysfunction

Despite affecting up to 52% of men, erectile dysfunction is still a taboo subject for many couples, and can cause a number of mental health problems.

Ginseng and Reproduction

Does Erectile Dysfunction Reduce Productivity?

How Can Sleep Affect Men's Health?

Integrating Mental and Sexual Health

The Role of Estrogen in Men’s Health

Common Causes of Impotence

Impotence (Erectile Dysfunction) Treatments

Types of Sexual Dysfunction

What is Peyronie’s Disease?

Impotence (Erectile Dysfunction) History

Obesity and Sexual Health

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Regaining Erectile Function after Prostate Cancer Surgery

Saffron’s Evolving Place in Modern Medicine - From Tradition to Evidence

Hidden Signs of Heart Problems

Impotence (Erectile Dysfunction) Diagnosis

Andropause: Exploring the Male Menopause

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Erectile Dysfunction, Causative Factors and Complications

Medical Applications of Penile Implants

Latest Erectile Dysfunction News and Research

Study debunks "No Nut November" claims: Abstinence shows no health benefits or harms

A new study in The Journal of Sexual Medicine found that participating in “No Nut November”, a month-long abstinence challenge, had no measurable effect on sexual well-being. The only significant difference was that participants reported higher sexual flexibility, likely reflecting a pre-existing trait.

29 Jul 2025

Heart-healthy habits can improve overall physical and psychological well-being

A new study from Emory University reveals that maintaining optimal cardiovascular health can significantly improve overall physical and psychological well-being.

18 Jul 2025

Plant-based diets may help prevent erectile dysfunction

A narrative review in The Journal of Nutrition suggests that whole-food plant diets may help prevent or improve erectile dysfunction (ED) by supporting vascular health and reducing risk factors such as LDL cholesterol and inflammation. However, most evidence is observational, and more clinical trials are needed.

25 Jun 2025

Using causal machine learning to identify potential ALS treatments

Potential treatments for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and other neurodegenerative diseases may already be out there in the form of drugs prescribed for other conditions.

10 Jun 2025

Low testosterone linked to higher kidney stone risk in men, study finds

A large cross-sectional study in South Korea found that men with low testosterone levels (below 3.33 ng/mL) were significantly more likely to have kidney stones. This association held even after adjusting for age and metabolic risk factors, suggesting testosterone may play a protective role.

6 May 2025

Low vitamin D levels damage erectile health via superoxide surge, study finds

Vitamin D deficiency directly causes erectile dysfunction by increasing superoxide and reducing protective SLPI levels, as shown in human tissue and animal models. This breakthrough reveals why low vitamin D may lead to poor sexual health and resistance to standard ED treatments.

15 Apr 2025

Understanding the phases and treatment options for Peyronie’s disease

The review article titled"Current insights and future directions in Peyronie's disease management: A narrative review", was published on November 12, 2024 in UroPrecision.

2 Apr 2025

New technique doubles erectile function preservation in prostate surgery

A technique to improve the precision of prostate cancer surgery means that almost twice as many men preserve their erectile function compared to those undergoing standard surgery, according to results from a clinical trial led by researchers from UCL and UCLH.

24 Mar 2025

Aquablation shows promise for treating enlarged prostate with fewer side effects

Using a high-pressure water jet to operate on an enlarged prostate can better preserve the ability to ejaculate, compared with standard laser surgery, finds research.

22 Mar 2025

Partial gland cryoablation offers long-term success for prostate cancer patients

A five-year study on men that had just the cancerous portion of their prostate glands destroyed shows that the procedure averted cancer recurrence in most patients while preserving urinary and sexual function.

6 Mar 2025

Study finds variations in prostate cancer detection across GP practices

A largescale study has found huge variation between GP practices on whether they are likely to pick up prostate cancer using a blood test.

24 Feb 2025

Vision loss risks in patients using popular GLP-1 medications raise concerns

A small percentage of patients taking the extraordinarily popular GLP-1 medications have experienced vision problems, but a direct causal link with the drugs has not been established. That is the conclusion of a retrospective study published online on Jan. 30 in JAMA Ophthalmology.

7 Feb 2025

Telehealth companies boost ad spending while taking on more complex medicine

Shannon Sharpe was having one of those 15-minutes-of-internet-infamy moments. Social media blew up in September after the retired Denver Broncos tight end — accidentally, he later said — broadcast some of his intimate activities online.

30 Jan 2025

Mount Sinai leads the way with first HYDROS Robotic System procedure in New York City

The Mount Sinai Hospital has performed New York City's first procedure using the HYDROS Robotic System, a cutting-edge technology designed to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or an enlarged prostate.

27 Jan 2025

OncoAssure announces clinical validation of prostate cancer test

OncoAssure Ltd, an Irish medical diagnostic company, today announced the publication of new data, in the British Journal of Urology International Compass (BJUI Compass), which demonstrates the clinical validation of OncoAssure Prostate, a novel biopsy test which provides improved estimation of a patient’s risk of prostate cancer recurrence and allows for optimal treatment selection.

21 Jan 2025

Overtreatment of older men with prostate cancer raises concerns

Increasing percentages of some older U.S. men with intermediate-risk and high-risk prostate cancers are undergoing treatments that carry risks of side effects that can significantly reduce the quality of life without extending life, according to a new study led by Cedars-Sinai.

11 Nov 2024

Study highlights long-term risks of prostate cancer treatment

The risks of adverse effects and complications from treatment for prostate cancer are substantial and continue for years after treatment ends.

7 Nov 2024

New study reveals two-thirds of diabetic men suffer from erectile dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction (ED) affects up to 66% of diabetic men globally, with risk factors like age, long-term diabetes, and obesity playing a significant role. The study emphasizes the urgent need for early diagnosis and effective diabetes management to reduce the burden of ED

17 Oct 2024

New research highlights role of dietary antioxidants in reducing erectile dysfunction risk

Researchers assess the association between erectile dysfunction and the Compound Dietary Antioxidant Index.

16 Sep 2024

Elevated atherogenic index linked to higher erectile dysfunction risk

Study identifies a significant link between higher atherogenic index of plasma (AIP) levels and increased erectile dysfunction (ED) risk among US men, with implications for early intervention and cardiovascular health.

5 Sep 2024