Is Erectile Dysfunction a Sign of Heart Disease?

When a man in his 40s or older gradually begins having difficulty achieving an erection, the underlying cause is nearly always cardiovascular disease or diabetes mellitus.

Is Erectile Dysfunction a Sign of Heart Disease? For a man who doesn't get regular checkups, erectile dysfunction may be the first indication he has cardiovascular disease. Here's what to know. READ NOW  READ THESE NEXT When Can Heart Disease Lead to Stroke? MORE Here Are the Key Symptoms of Heart Disease MORE What Genes Can Tell Us About Heart Disease MORE A DOTDASH BRAND You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Healthy Heart newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2017 Verywell.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.