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Erectile-Dysfunction Questionnaire |
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| How is Your Man dealing with Erection problems? |
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No |
It is likely he has erectile dysfunction (ED) which does affect 1 in 10 men. |
Remember 1 in 10 men have an erection problem and in around 80% of these there is an underlying illness causing it |
It is unlikely he has ED if it has only happened on one occasion, though if it does happen more often you should talk to him about it and he may need to talk to his doctor |
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| Have you spoken to him about this? |
| Yes |
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No |
Good. It may help to talk about it and address this problem TOGETHER. |
Remember think about what you’re going to say and try to be as supportive as you can while discussing his ED. |
Some couples find it easier dealing with ED together, and talking to him about it is the first step. Remember, his erection problem could be a symptom of an underlying illness so it is important to address it. |
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| Has he spoken to his doctor? |
| Yes |
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No |
Good |
Remember his doctor will be able to talk to him about ED and you may wish to detach the enclosed card to help him with this. |
Some couples find it easier dealing with ED together, and talking to him about it is the first step. Remember, his erection problem could be a symptom of an underlying illness so it is important to address it. |
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| Has he been diagnosed with ED and received treatment? |
| Yes |
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No |
Good. You and your partner appear to be dealing well with his erection problem. |
Remember finding a treatment isn’t the final answer – you may need help rediscovering or reconnecting with each other. |
ED is now a widely recognized medical condition. Also, there are now over 10 different treatments available from the doctor. He should talk to his doctor about these. |
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| Things every man with ED should know |
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ED is common |
Around 1 in 10 men have an erection problem (referred to medically as erectile dysfunction: ED), so you are not alone. |
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You could have an underlying illness |
The most important reason to get your ED checked out is because in around 80% of cases, there is an underlying illness. |
If there is an underlying illness causing your ED, it could be something like diabetes or high blood pressure, and in all likelihood your doctor may be able to deal with this also. |
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Talk about it |
ED may have a potentially serious effect upon your relationship, so it is important to talk to your partner about it. You may both find it easier to deal with by talking about it. |
Your doctor is the best person to talk to about the treatments now available and the differences between them |
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Treat It |
There are now 10 different treatments available for your ED. These include: oral tablets, injections, insertions, vacuum pumps, hormones, surgery and counseling. |
| Your doctor is the best person to talk to about the treatments now available and the differences between them. |
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A healthy approach to life and love |
You should also remember that receiving and ED treatment is not the “end of the story”. As well as keeping a regular check on your general health and fitness, you may also need to consider ways to bring the intimacy and romance back into your relationship. |
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