N48.4/F52.2
DESCRIPTION
The inability to attain and maintain an erect penis with sufficient rigidity for penetration. Organic causes include neurogenic, vasculogenic, endocrinological (e.g. diabetes mellitus) as well as many systemic diseases and medications.
GENERAL MEASURES
- Thorough medical and psychosexual history
- Physical examination should rule out gynaecomastia, testicular atrophy or penile abnormalities.
- Consider the removal of medicines (e.g. beta-blockers) that may be associated with the problem.
- A change in lifestyle or medications may resolve the problem, e.g. advise cessation of smoking and alcohol abuse.
TREATMENT
Treat the underlying condition.