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How can porn induce erectile dysfunction?

How can porn induce erectile dysfunction?

Erectile dysfunction (ED) occurs when a man cannot achieve an erection or sustain one long enough during sexual activity. It is one of the most common sexual challenges men face and can be very distressing. Some people, particularly those who have religious or moral qualms about pornography, argue that porn use can cause erectile dysfunction. […]

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Does marijuana cause erectile dysfunction?

Does marijuana cause erectile dysfunction?

Erectile dysfunction refers to an inability to have and maintain an erection firm enough for sex. A variety of medical and mental health conditions can trigger erectile dysfunction (ED), as can certain lifestyle choices, including the use of some recreational drugs. The medical community has not found conclusive evidence that using cannabis, or marijuana, leads […]

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Do OTC treatments for erectile dysfunction work?

Do OTC treatments for erectile dysfunction work?

Erectile dysfunction is a male sexual dysfunction that is more common as men get older. Medications to treat this condition were previously available on prescription only, but options are now available over the counter. It is important to determine if these over-the-counter (OTC) options work and if they are safe for long-term use. There are […]

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Does diabetes cause erectile dysfunction?

Does diabetes cause erectile dysfunction?

Erectile dysfunction, also called impotence, is not being able to get and maintain an erection for long enough to have sexual intercourse. There are many causes of erectile dysfunction (ED) which can be physical, psychological, or both. One of the most common causes of ED is diabetes. Studies suggest that 35-75 percent of men with […]

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Religiosity does not increase the risk of anorexia nervosa

Religiosity does not increase the risk of anorexia nervosa

Religiosity has been associated with various forms of fasting and self-starvation for thousands of years. Many believe that extreme religiosity can be a risk factor of anorexia nervosa. However, a recent population study conducted in Finland showed that religiosity does not increase the risk of anorexia nervosa. “Many medieval saints fasted themselves to death. The […]

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Women with celiac disease twice as likely to develop anorexia

Women with celiac disease twice as likely to develop anorexia

Celiac disease is a rare digestive disorder and anorexia nervosa is a chronic eating disorder. These conditions have similar symptoms, and both are particularly common among adolescents. New research examines the link between the diagnoses for these two conditions in young women. New research suggests that receiving a diagnosis of celiac disease may drastically increase […]