Affecting millions of men worldwide, Erectile dysfunction (ED), is not just a barrier to sexual satisfaction but a significant marker of broader health issues.
Recent study published in The Journal of Sexual Medicine has shown how ED is intricately linked to (MACE), such as heart attacks, heart failure and strokes.
This study highlights the disparity in cardiovascular risk between rural and urban settings, emphasising the need for comprehensive cardiovascular assessments for men with ED.
The study revealed that men with ED residing in rural areas have a significantly higher risk of MACE compared to their urban counterparts and men without ED.
“This disparity suggests a need for interventions in rural communities to manage chronic conditions effectively through long-term lifestyle modifications,” the study cited.
South First spoke to doctors from India to know if it is a general practice to check for cardiac issues in patients with complaints of ED. However, very few said they looked into this factor.
“The higher incidence of MACEs in rural men with ED, highlights an urgent need for targeted interventions in these communities,” Dr MSS Mukharjee commented.