What Role Does Age Play?
It's true that as men get older, sexual function is likely to decrease, even in healthy men. Erectile dysfunction (ED) also becomes more common. But more often than not, ED may be caused by other health problems, such as heart disease or diabetes.
The important thing to understand is that ED affects men of all ages. Simply getting older by itself does not lead to ED, nor is ED just a natural part of aging that men have to accept. It's a real medical condition that affects more than 30 million men in the United States, both young and old.
Is it really ED?
You may want to talk with your partner before making a decision to seek treatment. That way, you'll both be able to talk openly about any sexual problems you may be having, and how they're impacting you.
From there, you can make an appointment to talk with your doctor to determine if you have ED, or if you are experiencing normal changes in sexual function. If you do have ED, there are treatments that can help improve your ability to get an erection.