Studies done in Europe show that men with Erectile Dysfunction
(ED) have a 50% increase risk of developing heart disease within 10 years.
According to Jacques Buvat M.D., of the International Society for Sexual Impotence Research, ED appears to be the tip of the iceberg for vascular disease.
Cardiovascular disease and erectile dysfunction (ED) are closely interrelated disease processes because the same mechanisms are involved, he explained.
An estimated 4 million Canadians age 40 to 70 may suffer from a form of erectile dysfunction, urologists suggest.
Medical experts are recommending that physician begin asking their patients if they are suffering from ED.
Since erectile dysfunction is such a strong predictor of hidden heart disease more tests
should be ordered.
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References
Erectile dysfunction may indicate heart trouble. Health News. 2005 May;11(5):11
When heart disease is "silent," sexual problems may send a signal. Heart Advis. 2004 Aug;7(8):2.
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