There are a number of risk factors that can cause or contribute to erectile dysfunction, including:
- being overweight or obese
- illegal drug use
- use of alcohol
- use of tobacco
- lack of exercise
- heart disease
- clogged arteries
- high blood pressure
- low levels of testosterone
- some legal medications
- multiple sclerosis
- injury to the spinal cord
- end stage kidney disease
- Parkinson’s disease
- mental issues, including depression and high stress levels
