More people need to be asking, “What IS erectile dysfunction?” That’s because there are more men (and women) who suffer from erectile dysfunction that is commonly recognized. Yes, women suffer from the disorder too. On this episode, it was our goal to bring you an expert in the field of sexual medicine and there’s nobody better than Dr. Irwin Goldstein. He’s the founder of San Diego Sexual Medicine and a leading expert in all things sexual dysfunction. This episode is a very simple but medically precise conversation about what erectile dysfunction really is, what causes it, how it can be treated, and how even women suffer because of it. You will almost certainly learn something you didn’t know if you listen to this episode - and perhaps even discover that YOU need to go see a doctor like Doc G immediately. Listen to find out. You shouldn’t try to learn about something like erectile dysfunction from the guys in the locker room. Just like you didn’t learn everything you needed to know about sex from the kids on the playground, you can’t really trust that the guys at work or at your health club know the truth about something as serious as erectile dysfunction. If you want to know what erectile dysfunction really is you need to learn from an expert like our guest on this episode, Dr. Irwin Goldstein. Dr. Goldstein has treated thousands of patients for erectile dysfunction and has a very easy going way of explaining what’s going on biologically and hormonally in men who are suffering from erectile dysfunction. If you want to know the truth about ED, be sure you listen to this episode. 50% of men will experience erectile dysfunction by the time they are 50 years old. And the numbers go up by 10% with every 10 years. That means that most men will have to face the issue of erectile dysfunction some time in their lives. Dr. Irwin Goldstein joins us today to talk about the things you should watch for that might indicate that ED is on the horizon for you, including the kind of blood work and hormones that indicate that you might have some male related problems. You can’t afford to ignore this important issue - for the sake of your loved ones and for the sake of your ongoing health, so be sure to listen. Most guys take better care of their cars than they do their bodies. And it’s a shame because the things that could indicate a problem like erectile dysfunction are as simple as a comprehensive blood test. Dr. Goldstein of San Diego Sexual Medicine joins Daniel on this episode to help men understand how they can take charge of their own health and treat the sexual problems that many men experience as they age. This episode is definitely worth the time it takes to listen. How women suffer from erectile dysfunction. Most women know next to nothing about erectile dysfunction. They simply assume that if they are pleasing or exciting to their man then his body will respond with a full on erection. But that’s not the case all the time and especially if her man suffers from E.D. If she doesn’t understand that what’s going on with her man physically has nothing to do with how beautiful or sexy she is, she can be in for a world of mental and emotional anguish. On this episode, Doctor Irwin Goldstein uncovers the ways that E.D. impacts women and points out that treatment is available for the women who suffer from erectile dysfunction just as much as it is for men. This part of the conversation is gold. Outline of this great episode [0:33] Danie’s introduction of Dr. Goldstein and the topic of this episode. [1:47] The mission of San Diego Sexual Medicine. [3:30] How Daniel came to be connected to  Dr. Goldstein. [10:57] The difference that can be made through erectile dysfunction treatment. [15:02] Why a penile implant is not something Dr. G rushes into. [16:49] What is corporal erectile tissue fibrosis? [20:03] The genetic aspects of erectile dysfunction. [24:04] The types and degrees of erectile dysfunction. [27:22] The causes of erectile dysfunction. [31:22] The difference between arousal and erection. [34:56] Why men need to take better care of their health through blood work. Resources & Links mentioned in this episode San Diego Sexual Medicine Alvarado Hospital in San Diego Dr. Goldstein’s Youtube Channel