How common is erectile dysfunction?

Erectile dysfunction affects a substantial proportion of men in the UK, with prevalence estimates ranging from approximately 41% to 58% depending on the study and population measured. The condition is particularly prevalent among younger men, with nearly three in ten men under 40 years old reporting it, and becomes increasingly common with age, affecting over half of men aged 40 and above. Regional variations exist, with Greater London showing higher rates at around 67.7% compared to the national average.

Key points:

Over two in five men in the UK experience erectile dysfunction at some point in their lives
Men aged 25 to 34 represent the most vulnerable age group, with three-quarters reporting the condition
Approximately one in four men experience erectile dysfunction during more than half of their sexual encounters
Regional differences suggest that lifestyle and environmental factors may influence prevalence rates across the UK

This text has been fact-checked for accuracy by Sorin Romaniuc, Pharmacist at medino.