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Talking to your doctor about ED
Sex is a sensitive subject for most people and it's understandable to feel somewhat reluctant to approach your doctor.
ED is not a sign of personal weakness or failure. It is most commonly caused by medical conditions that limit blood supply to the penis.
Although your doctor may be the first person that you have talked to about your ED or impotence, for your doctor, the topic is a common one that he or she will have had with many other patients1. Most medical professionals view ED as an important and treatable condition.
How to open the discussion
Here are some suggested conversation starters:
- Dr, I am experiencing erection problems
- Dr, I don't think my sex life is as it used to be
- Dr, can you help, I think I might need a treatment to improve my sex life
- Dr, I am experiencing some difficulty getting an erection
Information to take to your doctor
It is important to discuss any medical information which will be helpful when discussing erectile dysfunction / impotence with your doctor.
How long have you been experiencing this problem?
- Under 1 year
- 1 to 2 years
- 2 to 5 years
- More than 5 years
Have you been diagnosed with any medical conditions? If so, please specify:
Are you taking any other medications at present? If so, specify name and dose:
What do you want from an erectile dysfunction treatment? (i.e. effective, safe, a more relaxed sexual experience, the opportunity to be spontaneous, no food and alcohol interactions, caters for my partner's needs etc)
 Now print this page out and take it with you to your doctor's appointment.
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1. Arduca P. Erectile Dysfunction. A guide to diagnosis and management. Australian Family Physician Vol. 32, No. 6, June 2003
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