Impotence

Alternate Terms:
  • Erectile Dysfunction
  • ED
  • Male Erectile Disorder
  • Female Impotence
  • Sexual Problems in Men
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Impotence Definition by Healthwise:
Impotence is the inability to complete sexual intercourse. The term is most commonly used to refer to the inability of a man to develop or sustain an erection. However, the term “female impotence” is becoming more common to describe sexual dysfunction in women. Causes can be physical and/or psychological and treatments are available.

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