Prevalence of Erectile Dysfunction and Impacts on Sexual Activity and Self-Reported Intercourse Satisfaction in Men Older Than 40 Years in Taiwan
Resource
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF IMPOTENCE RESEARCH v.16 n.3 pp.249-255
Journal
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF IMPOTENCE RESEARCH
Journal Volume
v.16
Journal Issue
n.3
Pages
249-255
Date Issued
2004
Date
2004
Author(s)
Chen, K-K
Chiang, H-S
Jiann, B-P
Lin, J S-N
Liu, W-J
Wu, C-J
Hsieh, J-T
Wang, C-J
Hwang, T I S
Lee, S-S
Abstract
during sexual intercourse, a reproductive survey was conducted among 1002 Taiwanese men aged over 40 y. The information collected comprised age, gender, level of education, history of chronic diseases, and self-reported data pertaining to erectile function, sexual activity, and sexual satisfaction during sexual intercourse. The prevalence of ED amongst study subjects was 17.7%, and the frequency increased with age. A history of chronic diseases were significantly associated with ED (P<0.05). A reduced incidence of sexual activity and a decreased level of satisfaction during sexual intercourse were observed among subjects suffering from ED as compared to those not suffering such a condition. In conclusion, based upon the results of a community-based survey the prevalence of ED among Taiwanese men aged 40 y or more was 17.7% and it increased with age. It was also found that ED was associated with various chronic diseases and that it exerted a negative impact upon sexual activity and the level of satisfaction associated with its conduct.
Subjects
erectile dysfunction
prevalence
community-based survey