Statistics on Erectile Dysfunction

Over the past decade there have been an increasing amount of studies and surveys done on the causes, symptoms and treatments of erectile dysfunction. However to get answers for your own individual problems it is best to talk to your GP.

Below are some statistics that you may find helpful to be able to learn more about your condition.

Statistics

• 1 in 10 men in the world are thought to suffer from erectile dysfunction.
• It is estimated that half of all men who have diabetes suffer from erectile dysfunction.
• If a man smokes more than 1 packet of cigarettes per day then they have a 50% higher chance of erectile problems than a man who is a non-smoker.
• Men over the age of 75 have a 77.5% chance of suffering from erectile problems.
• Men between the ages of 20 and 29 only have a 6.5% chance of having erectile problems.
• It is thought that erectile dysfunctions cause the breakdown of 20% of all relationships.
• A shocking estimate is that only 33% of men who have erectile dysfunctions seek help and advice about their problems.
• If you have problems with your erections 20% or less of the time then it is unlikely that you will need treatment.
• Over 20 million men all over the world have used or are currently using Viagra to treat erectile dysfunction.
• In 66% of the times that Viagra is taken, men are able to have sexual intercourse.
• 48% of men suffer one or more side effects when using Viagra.
• Underlying health issues such as diabetes or heart disease account for 70% of all erectile dysfunction cases.
• Psychological causes such as stress and anxiety are estimated to cause around 10 % to 20% of all erectile dysfunction cases.
• It is estimated that in 80% of all cases the causes of erectile problems are down to physical reasons.

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