What is male sexual dysfunction?

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    Male sexual dysfunction refers to difficulties related to sexual interest or arousal, achieving an erection, and ejaculation. These issues can affect one or more of these factors in men.

    In men, sexual dysfunction typically involves issues with one or more of the following factors:[1][2]

    • Interest in sex/arousal
    • Getting an erection
    • Ejaculation
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