Erectile dysfunction is an important public health
concern. It affects millions of men worldwide, and
has a strong negative effect on self-esteem and self-
confidence, happiness and well-being, personal
relationships, satisfaction with sex life, and
quality of life. Erectile dysfunction has recently
been the focus of public attention due to the
development of novel effective oral therapies.
Epidemiological studies on the risk factors of
erectile dysfunction are needed for developing
prevention strategies. This book describes what is
already known about the occurrence and major risk
factors of erectile dysfunction and what Tampere
Aging Male Urologic Study (TAMUS) adds to our
knowledge. It focuses on the role of sociodemographic
factors, chronic diseases and lifestyle factors in
the occurrence of erectile dysfunction.
concern. It affects millions of men worldwide, and
has a strong negative effect on self-esteem and self-
confidence, happiness and well-being, personal
relationships, satisfaction with sex life, and
quality of life. Erectile dysfunction has recently
been the focus of public attention due to the
development of novel effective oral therapies.
Epidemiological studies on the risk factors of
erectile dysfunction are needed for developing
prevention strategies. This book describes what is
already known about the occurrence and major risk
factors of erectile dysfunction and what Tampere
Aging Male Urologic Study (TAMUS) adds to our
knowledge. It focuses on the role of sociodemographic
factors, chronic diseases and lifestyle factors in
the occurrence of erectile dysfunction.