Age. Age is one of the primary risk factors of ED. Whiles estimates vary, ED is generally more common among older men than younger men.

Is erectile dysfunction more common in older men?

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is one of the most common chronic diseases affecting men and its prevalence increases with aging. It is also the most frequently diagnosed sexual dysfunction in the older male population [1].

Is it normal for a 70 year old man to have ED?

By 70 years of age, two-thirds of men have ED. ED can be a result of physiologic changes of aging; cultural, social, and psychological factors; health status including physical limitations, chronic diseases, and medications; or a combination thereof.

How common is ED after 70?

The study demonstrated that ED is increasingly prevalent with age: approximately 40% of men are affected at age 40 and nearly 70% of men are affected at age 70. The prevalence of complete ED increased from 5% at age 40 to 15% at age 70. Age was the variable most strongly associated with ED.

Do most 60 year old men have erectile dysfunction?

The research, published in the August 2003 issue of Annals of Internal Medicine, shows that ED is common among older men and sexual function sharply decreases after age 50. Erectile dysfunction is the inability to attain or maintain an erection adequate for the sexual satisfaction of both partners.