No, it's not contagious, meaning a man who has it cannot spread it to another man either from physical closeness, orally or other means. However, research has shown that it is probably hereditary and men whose family has a history of it are more likely to have it.

Most hospitals in Singapore offer treatment for ED, and most have specialists who can give the best care and advice. Visit the Coping Methods page for more information about the various ways to treat ED.

ED can be caused my emotional stress, depression, anxiety or relationship problems. If any of these have been plaguing your life recently, that could be why you are showing symptoms of ED. also, ED can be caused by other medical conditions, such as diabetes or high blood pressure. Visit our What Is ED page for more information.

No, ED can affect men at any age. Recent studies have shown that the number of men in their 30s and 20s suffering from ED is quickly rising. It is true, however, that it is more likely to occur in men over 40 years old.

ED patients are very underrepresented in Singapore, and so is the condition. The community can help create a supportive environment for ED patients by encouraging one another in the chatroom on our website, spreading Keep It Up either online or through word of mouth, and most importantly speaking up about the importance of diagnosing ED early and getting tested early. We want to break the taboo of talking about sex-related conditions like ED, and we can only do it with help from the Singaporean community.