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    Erectile dysfunction, also known as impotence, has become of increasing concern in the last thirty years. There are several risk factors that enhance the possibility of the development of this condition. Research estimates that by the age of 40, approximately 5% of men will demonstrate signs and symptoms.

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    Erectile dysfunction, also known as impotence, has become of increasing concern in the last thirty years. There are several risk factors that enhance the possibility of the development of this condition. Research estimates that by the age of 40, approximately 5% of men will demonstrate signs and symptoms.

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    The History of Erectile Dysfunction


    February 15th, 2008

    Erectile Dysfunction: Definition


    The condition of erectile dysfunction, also known as impotence, has become of increasing
    concern in the last thirty years. Erectile dysfunction is noted with several signs and
    symptoms, the main problem being the inability of a man to become erect or maintain an
    erection. There are several risk factors that enhance the possibility of the development of
    this condition, but there currently exist no known or published research facts that detail the
    exact manner in which erectile dysfunction develops.

    Erectile Dysfunction: Prevalence


    Research estimates that by the age of 40, approximately 5% of men will demonstrate signs
    and symptoms of erectile dysfunction . Research also estimates 15-25% of men between the
    ages of 40-65 have the condition of erectile dysfunction. Age is currently the variable that
    has the strongest correlation with the development of erectile dysfunction.

    The prevalence of erectile dysfunction also has strong associations with several other
    conditions including: diabetes, hypertension, and specific medications. It is important to
    note that research on erectile dysfunction is limited by several factors as not all men report
    the condition of erectile dysfunction, hence it may be more or less prevalent based on non-
    reported statistical evidence.

    Erectile Dysfunction: Relative Penis Size


    The male human has a large relative penis and testicle size relative to his body size in
    comparison with the vast majority of other mammals. This biological fact is not surprising.
    The evolution of an upright stance created the unconcealed display of the penis. It also
    made possible the face-to-face personal intercourse.

    Unlike many other mammals, the male glans contains no means of attachment (many
    mammals have projections located on the glans for attachment for increased fertilization
    purposes) or bones (many mammal penises contain an inner bone restricting movement),
    making the process of intercourse more pleasurable for their female counterparts. These
    enhancements are also cause for the development of erectile dysfunction.
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    Erectile Dysfunction: The Beginnings


    The true beginnings of erectile dysfunction are unknown, but its existence is assumed to
    date with the beginnings of man. The first noted cases of erectile dysfunction date to
    medieval times. Muslim physicians developed several therapies and prescribed several oral
    medications for treatment of the condition. It is also assumed that the original development
    of aphrodeisiacs was utilized mainly for the treatment of erectile dysfunction, however
    there is limited evidence to support this.

    Erectile Dysfunction: The Beginnings in the United


    States
    The first known medications for the treatment of erectile dysfunction in the United States
    began in the 1920’s by Dr. John R. Brinkley. Dr. Brinkley inserted goat glands for male
    enhancement and recommended the use of mercurochrome injections. This was short lived,
    as it did not take long for the States to revoke his medical license. The first penile implants
    were available and inserted in the 1970’s.

    The currently used modern medications for the treatment of erectile dysfunctions began
    development in the mid 1980’s. Dr. Brindley utilized a non-specific vasodilator injection
    causing smooth muscle relaxation. This discovery has been the basis for all proceeding
    medication developments.

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