The predominant symptom of ED is the inability to achieve an erection, or maintain an erection, when having sexual intercourse. Looking at the symptoms of ED closely can help to both identify and understand the nature of the ED condition in an individual. A man who cannot achieve or maintain a satisfactory erection at all typically has ED which is caused by a physical condition or a side effect of a medication(s). While men who can only achieve an erection through masturbation, but not through sexual intercourse, are more likely to suffer from ED which is rooted in psychological problems.
It's more likely to be an emotional problem if you only have erection problems some of the time. For example, you get an erection when waking up in the morning, but not during sexual activity.

Any of the PDE-5 inhibitors can also cause your blood pressure to drop (though Stendra is less likely to cause this to happen). You might think that’s a good thing, but blood pressure that gets too low is also dangerous. If you get dizzy from taking any of these medications, you should discuss with a healthcare provider; this could indicate a potentially unsafe drop in blood pressure. No planning needed — you take a pill once a day Can be taken with or without food Can also be taken only as needed Proven among the most effective ED treatments Tends to be preferred by men and their partners, compared to sildenafil More affordable than medications like Stendra Far more affordable than brand-name equivalents Costs a little more than sildenafil Risk of mild side effects is slightly higher than Stendra
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