Glossary

Impotence

Impotence

Impotenz·Also: Erektile Dysfunktion

Impotence refers to the persistent inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse. The causes can be physical, psychological or a combination of both. In medical terms, this is usually referred to as erectile dysfunction.

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