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A 20-year-old male asked:
I used to smoke at least half a pack a day, and in the past month i have had problems keeping an erection, i quit smoking and still have erectile issu?
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Dr. Andrea Brandanswered
Specializes in Family Medicine
See a doctor: The possible causes of difficulty maintaining an erection are varied, and range from lack of sufficient blood flow to nerve damage, anxiety, stress, and medication side effects. Use of alcohol can also interfere with sexual function. Your doctor can help sort out the cause and suggest a solution.
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