Erectile

Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile Dysfunction (pronounced as /ɪˈrɛktɪl dɪsˈfʌŋkʃən/), also known as impotence, is a type of sexual dysfunction characterized by the inability to develop or maintain an erection of the penis during sexual activity.

Etymology

The term "erectile dysfunction" is derived from the Latin word "erectus" which means "upright", and the Greek word "dysfunction" which means "abnormal or impaired function".

Related Terms

• Erection: The physiological process by which the penis becomes firm, engorged, and enlarged.
• Sexual Dysfunction: Difficulty experienced by an individual or a couple during any stage of a normal sexual activity.
• Impotence: The inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for satisfactory sexual performance.
• Libido: Sexual drive or desire.
• Testosterone: The primary male sex hormone that plays a key role in the development of male reproductive tissues and the promotion of secondary sexual characteristics.
• Vasodilation: The widening of blood vessels which allows for increased blood flow, a process necessary for an erection.

See Also

• Premature Ejaculation
• Delayed Ejaculation
• Hypogonadism
• Prostate Cancer
• Cardiovascular Disease

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Erectile
• Wikipedia's article - Erectile

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