Erectile Dysfunction (Impotence, ED)

What is erectile dysfunction?Erectile dysfunction (ED), also known as impotence, is the inability to achieve or sustain an erection for satisfactory sexual activity. Erectile dysfunction is different from other conditions that interfere with male sexual intercourse, such as lack of sexual desire (decreased libido) and problems with ejaculation and orgasm (ejaculatory dysfunction). This article focuses on the evaluation and treatment of erectile dysfunction. How common is erectile dysfunction?Erectile dysfunction (ED, impotence) varies in severity; some men have a total inability to ac

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Impotence Symptoms

Impotence is a common problem among men characterized by the consistent inability to sustain an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse or the inability to achieve ejaculation, or both. Erectile dysfunction can vary. It can involve a total inability to achieve an erection or ejaculation, an inconsistent ability to do so, or a tendency to sustain only very brief erections. The risk of impotence increases with age. It is four-fold higher in men in their 60s compared with those in their 40s according to a study published in the Journal of Urology (2000;163:460-463). Men with less ed

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Colic

Introduction  Explore our interactive tool... Colic is a common, but poorly understood, condition that affects babies. The most common symptom of colic is excessive and inconsolable crying in a baby that otherwise appears to be healthy and well-fed. How common is colic?Colic is a very common condition that affects around 1 in 5 of babies. Babies of both sexes are equally affected by colic. The symptoms of colic usually begin within the first few weeks of life

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Eye Pain Symptoms

Pain is a variable measure. Each person may interpret pain differently. Eye pain and other symptoms often described by those experiencing eye problems are summarized below: Pain in or around the eye Partial or complete loss of vision Extreme light sensitivity Double vision Halos (colored circles or halos around lights) New floaters (spots, strings, cobwebs, or shadows seen before the eyes) Limitation of normal eye movement Pain with movement of the eye in different directions Sensation of flashes or streaks of light Severe headache associated with eye pain Your doctor or a

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Eye Pain Causes

Causes of eye pain fall into two broad categories: ocular pain and orbital pain. Ocular pain is eye pain coming from the outer structures of the surface of the eye. Conjunctivitis is one of the most common eye problems. Conjunctivitis can be an allergic, bacterial, chemical, or viral inflammation of the conjunctiva (the delicate membrane lining the eyelid and covering the eyeball). Pinkeye is a nonmedical term usually referring to a viral conjunctivitis, because the conjunctiva gets inflamed and turns a pinkish color. Pain is usually mild, or there is no pain at all. Itching, redness, a

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