Can Diabetes Cause Hypertension?
- Physical Causes of Erectile Dysfunction - Impotence Causes
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Treatment
- Oral Medications (PDE5 Inhibitors)
Diagnosis
The doctor typically interviews the patient about various physical and psychological factors and performs a physical exam.
Medical History
The doctor should take a medical and personal history and may ask about the following:
- Past and present medical conditions, surgeries, and medications
- Any history of psychological problems, including stress, anxiety, or depression
- Lifestyle factors such as alcohol, drug, and dietary supplement use
In addition the doctor will ask about the patient's sexual...
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