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Erectile dysfunction: Deciphering science behind blood flow in penile function

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15 to 20 per cent of men suffer from erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation in Kenya. [iStockphoto]

Erectile dysfunction (ED), the inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for satisfactory sexual intercourse, is a prevalent issue that affects many men.

In Kenya, about 15 to 20 per cent of men suffer from erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation. Ten to 15 per cent of adults below 40 years have ED. It goes up to 76 per cent between the ages of 50 and 70. However, 25 per cent of adults in all age groups have the problem.

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