Are you a partner of
someone with ED?
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is often called the couple’s disease. It can impact your self-esteem and relationship by limiting the intimate moments you have with your partner.
As a partner, you may feel guilty or rejected if your partner cannot get an erection. However, for more than 80% of men, the cause of their Erectile Dysfunction is from a physical problem or disorder.
Don’t blame yourself.
It is important to open the lines of communication with your partner and emphasize why talking about ED is important to you.
Do not approach the conversation with negative emotions.
Men with ED can often experience deep feelings of shame, loneliness, anxiety, and depression. He may often say the inability to have an erection makes him feel like less of a man. Learn about ED and potential treatment options. Speaking with a urologist who specializes in men’s sexual health can allow you and your partner to understand the right treatment options for both of you.
Learn more about how to support a partner through their ED journey by speaking to our men’s health specialist nurse.
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