Its usually a symptom of something deeper hormonal decline, chronic inflammation, poor sleep quality, gut dysbiosis, or mitochondrial dysfunction
Qureshi ST, Lariviere L, Leveque G, Clermont S, Moore KJ, Gros P, et al
[7] [8] When to contact your GP: Persistent difficulty achieving or maintaining erections sufficient for sexual activity ED that causes distress or affects your relationship ED accompanied by other symptoms (chest pain, shortness of breath, extreme fatigue) Sudden onset of ED, particularly in younger men When to seek emergency care: Erections lasting longer than 4 hours (priapism) call 999 or go to A&E New severe chest pain during sexual activity call 999 Your GP will conduct a thorough assessment, which typically includes: Medical history exploring cardiovascular risk factors, diabetes, neurological conditions, hormonal issues, and psychological factors Medication review identifying drugs that may contribute to ED Physical examination assessing cardiovascular health, genital examination if indicated Blood tests HbA1c or fasting glucose, fasting lipids, morning (7-11 am) total testosterone with repeat if low/borderline, and consideration of LH/prolactin if hypogonadism is suspected This assessment is crucial because ED can be an early warning sign of cardiovascular disease
While mild to moderate cases can be managed with non-invasive treatments, severe spinal stenosis often requires surgery
CagriSema vs Semaglutide: Dual Amylin/GLP-1 Combination vs GLP-1 Alone Evidence-based comparison of CagriSema (cagrilintide + semaglutide) and semaglutide alone, including REDEFINE trial data and FDA filing status
