Menu Healthy Lifestyle Diseases & Conditions First Aid Symptoms Tests & Procedures Videos Definitions FAQs Erectile dysfunctionUpdated: 2018-04-25OverviewErectile dysfunction occurs when a man can no longer get or keep an erection firm enough for sexual intercourse. It can be a sign of a physical or psychological condition. It can cause stress, relationship strain, and low self-confidence.TreatmentsIf treating an underlying condition doesn't help, medications, a penis pump, or implants may work. © 1998-2022 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research(MFMER). All rights reserved. Terms of Use