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Had hernia surgery 1 yr ago and have hard time getting an erection is this normal?

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Unrelated: Hernia surgery does not affect the involuntary nerves and blood supply to the penis and would have no affect on the ability of an erection. Discuss with your primary physician or a urologist.

Dr Borncamp agreed

Answered 5/3/2013

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