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(dis-fŭngk′shŏn )
[dys- + function]
Abnormal, inadequate, or impaired action of an organ or part.
Risk Factors for Erectile Dysfunction
| Age>60 |
| Depression (or treatment with antidepressant medications) |
| Diabetes mellitus |
| Heart disease |
| Hypertension (or treatment with some antihypertensive medications) |
| Obesity or increased body mass index |
| Prostate cancer or its treatment |
| Sedentary lifestyle |
| Stroke |
| Tobacco use |
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