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What could cause me to be unable to get an erection?

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Several things: Ed can be a consequence of stress, hormonal issues such as low testosterone, medications, diseases such as diabetes, habits such as smoking and heart disease. This should be thoroughly evaluated by a urologist.

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Answered 12/8/2016

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