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A member asked:

Does ed get worse as a man gets older? my husband is 45 an i learned he has been taking viagra (sildenafil). i thought his ed problems was my fault

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Dr. Gregory Hines answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Generally Yes: As men age, ed becomes worse. Though 45 is pretty young for it. He should be seen by his physician for a physical and labwork to see if there is a reversible cause, such as low testosterone or thyroid problems.

Answered 8/8/2012

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