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Health > Reproductive and Sexual Health > Erectile Dysfunction

Provides resources on erectile dysfunction (ED), erection problems, and impotence including possible causes, symptoms and treatment.


Erectile Dysfunction - Learning the causes and what you can do

Erectile Dysfunction (ED) is when a man can't get and keep an erection long enough to have sex on at least 50% of tries. The medical term used to be impotence.
Source:     The College of Family Physicians of Canada

Erectile Dysfunction - Ontario

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse. It is also known as impotence, although it is generally considered a myth that those who suffer from this condition are lacking in virility or potency.
Source:     HealthyOntario.com

What should I know about impotence?

Lists the physical and psychological factors that contribute to impotence and describes various treatment options.
Source:     Canadian Health Network

Impotence and Smoking

Impotence, or erectile dysfunction, is twice as likely to occur in smokers than non-smokers. Exposure to second-hand smoke is a significant factor in becoming impotent.
Source:     Health Canada

Tobacco use can make you impotent

Presents the medical facts behind erectile dysfunction as it relates to smoking. Includes references.
Source:     Health Canada