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The importance of risk factor reduction in erectile dysfunction

Current Sexual Health Reports volume 4, pages 114–117 (2007)Cite this article

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Erectile dysfunction (ED) is associated with modifiable risk factors. Obesity, physical inactivity, and the metabolic syndrome increase the incidence of ED and markers of low-grade inflammation, which in turn are associated with endothelial dysfunction. Intensive intervention with lifestyle advice focusing on a healthy diet, weight loss, and increased physical activity benefits men with ED and in addition reduces the markers of inflammation and improves endothelial function. Though phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors are highly effective in treating ED, lifestyle advice and aggressive risk reduction remain fundamental to the overall vascular good health of the individual.

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Jackson, G. The importance of risk factor reduction in erectile dysfunction. Curr sex health rep 4, 114–117 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11930-007-0012-3

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Keywords

  • Carve Dilol
  • Valsartan
  • Lifestyle Advice
  • Multiple Vascular Risk Factor
  • Princeton Consensus