Erectile Dysfunction (ED), the inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for sexual activity, is a growing health concern among Ghanaian men.

In a society where men’s health is often a taboo topic, GhanaWeb TV is shedding light on this silent struggle, aiming to break the stigma and provide essential information.

While ED is often associated with older men, it is increasingly affecting younger men due to stress, poor lifestyle choices, and underlying health conditions.

Experts stress that ED is not just a physical issue; it can cause emotional distress, relationship problems, and low self-esteem.

In an interview with GhanaWeb TV, Dr Abigail Gasu Acheampong, a medical practitioner at Manner-Care Health Center in the U.S., explained, "For women, the process is straightforward, but for men, everything has to align perfectly, hormones, stress levels, the muscles in the penis, attraction to the partner, and even the environment. Sometimes, a man may be attracted to a woman but struggles to maintain an erection; it may last briefly and then fade. That’s erectile dysfunction."

She added, "There are various levels and causes of ED, and any factor that prevents a man from sustaining sexual activity falls within this definition."

The report highlights key treatments, including lifestyle changes like diet and exercise, medications, and therapy.

Dr Acheampong emphasised that ED can also signal more serious health issues like heart disease or diabetes.

"It is very common. Aging naturally impacts performance for older adults, hormone levels drop, blood flow reduces, and muscle function declines. Younger men, however, may struggle due to stress, mental health, or lifestyle habits," she noted.

GhanaWeb TV’s report encourages men to seek medical help and talk openly about ED, aiming to empower Ghanaian men to take charge of their sexual health and overall well-being.

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