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Cpotent Glossary

Glossary - Erectile Dysfunction Terms

According to a recent data, one in 10 men in the world have erectile dysfunction. 30 million men in the United States have erectile dysfunction. 50% of men with diabetes have erectile dysfunction, frequently within 10 years of diagnosis. The likelihood of erectile dysfunction increases with age: 39% at age 40, 65% over the age of 65. Smokers have a higher likelihood of erectile dysfunction. Men who smoke more than 1 pack per day have a 50% higher chance of impotency than nonsmokers the same age.

Isn't it alarming? You need not worry. In an attempt to help persons having erectile dysfunction (ED) problem or searching for ED related information and terms, we have compiled a glossary page serving that purpose on this site. It lists the majority of terms to help you understand when searching for general terms, descriptions, and specifications related to impotency and ED.

The Glossary content is only for information purpose. We encourage you to seek medical advice before reaching any treatment option or conclusion based on your findings here. We hope Glossary section may be beneficial to you in understanding ED related terms and making better decisions.

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Artery	A blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart
Atherosclerosis	Deposition of lipids and plaque formation in arteries, leading to hardening and decrease in size of arterial lumen
Autonomic nerve	A nerve with involuntary neural function, such as vasodilation

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Body (of the penis)	The main segment of the penis. It contains the erectile tissues that fill up with blood during sexual excitement
Blue vision	Distortion of color perception that results in increased blue color

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cGMP	Abbreviation for cyclic guanosine monophosphate. A compound that promotes vascular smooth muscle relaxation
Corpus cavernosum	(Corpus caverNOsum) Spongy erectile tissue of the penis
Corpus spongiosum	(Corpus sponjiOsum) Midventral mass of erectile tissue that encloses the penile portion of the urethra
Creatinine (creAtineen)	A compound that is present in the blood, urine, and skeletal muscle
cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP)	A substance whose formation is catalyzed by nitric oxide during sexual stimulation; cGMP causes smooth muscle relaxation that allows blood to flow into the erectile tissue (corpus cavernosum) of the penis

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Diabetes mellitus	Disease caused by insulin deficiency or diminished tissue response to insulin

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Erection	A penile condition characterized by enlargement and filling of erectile tissue with blood
Erectile bodies	Erectile tissue of the penis to become erect by filling with blood
Erectile dysfunction	The inability to attain or maintain an erection satisfactory to complete intercourse

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Flaccid (FLAsid)	Referring to the non-erect, flabby state of the penis when a man is not sexually aroused.

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Glans penis	The distal end of the penis where the corpus spongiosum enlarges to form an acorn-shaped region

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Hyperlipidemia (hyperlipiDEEMia)	Abnormally high levels of lipids in the blood
Hypertension	High blood pressure

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Libido	Sexual drive

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Multiple sclerosis	A debilitating disease affecting nerve cells

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Neurogenic	Originating in the nervous system
Neurotransmitter	A chemical messenger used by nerve cells to transmit nerve impulses from one nerve cell to another
Nitric Oxide	(Nitrik oxide) A substance that mediates vascular smooth muscle relaxation.

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Phosphodiesterase 5 (PDE5)	(fahsfodaiESterase) Enzyme that breaks down cGMP during an erection, ultimately returning the penis to a flaccid state
Prostate gland	An accessory reproductive gland, located under the urinary bladder and responsible for the secretion of a milky fluid that is important for the production and viability of sperm.
Priapism (PRYapism)	Persistent abnormal and painful erection of the penis
Peyronie's disease	(pay raNEEZ disease) A condition of unknown etiology in which there is a structural deformity of the erectile tissue of the penis.
Psychogenic	Psychological

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Sensory	Relating to afferent nerves that transmit signals to the central nervous system so that an organism has perception of self and the environment
Smooth muscle	A type of involuntary muscle

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Testis	The male sexual organ that is responsible for the production of reproductive cells (sperm) and testosterone, the principal male sex hormone. (Plural = testes)
Testosterone	The primary male sex hormone. It is produced by the testes, and its main function is mediating the development, growth, and maturation of the male sex organs

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Vasodilator	(VazoDYlater) An agent that causes dilation of blood vessels
Vein	A blood vessel that carries blood toward the heart
Venous plexus	A vascular network formed by numerous connections between veins

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