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Stay Erect
Erectile dysfunction; Impotence; Sexual dysfunction - male
Home Care
For many men, lifestyle changes can help:
- Cut down on smoking, alcohol, and illegal drugs.
- Get plenty of rest and take time to relax.
- Exercise and eat a healthy diet to maintain good circulation.
- Use safe sex practices, which reduces fear of HIV and STDs.
- Talk openly to your partner about sex and your relationship. If you are unable to do this, counseling can help.
Couples who cannot talk to each other are likely to...
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Erection problems
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Erection self-test
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
An erection self-test is a method to determines a man's ability or inability to achieve an erection during sleep. Alternative Names ... Read more »
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