A GP has debunked four common myths about erectile dysfunction - highlighting that it affects around half of British men aged 40 or above. Dr Donald Grant, a GP and Senior Clinical Advisor at The Independent Pharmacy , said during Men's Health Week: "Erectile dysfunction (ED) myths are damaging as it creates a wealth of misinformation and stigma surrounding the common condition. For men, it's vital to understand the common misconceptions and recognise that ED is a medical issue that can be addressed with proper diagnosis and treatment.
" Erectile dysfunction is linked to attraction He clarified a major misunderstanding regarding ED, saying: "One massively frequent misconception with ED is the notion that the condition is directly linked to sexual arousal. Having to take Viagra or other treatments doesn't necessarily mean people aren't sexually attracted to their partner, instead, the condition makes remaining stimulated an impossible task. "ED is a condition and one that's not linked to any sort of sexual attraction to a specific individual, it's a bodily function that's not behaving correctly.
By avoiding this misinformation, people can better comprehend the condition and understand when they require professional treatment." Erectile dysfunction only happens to old men He also tackled the age-related myth about ED, reports Bristol Live . Dr Grant said: "While erectile dysfunction is more common among the older population, it's not strictly limited to a particular generation o.
