Impotence
Although there are medications to help, impotence is not something that should be treated simply or ignored. If someone is suffering from impotence, it’s vital that they get their heart checked out, especially if they have a family history of heart disease.
This is because the arteries in the penis are smaller than anywhere else in the body, and in many cases, impotence is one of the first warning signs of heart disease. In fact, men over the age of 45 who suffer from impotence are up to 60 percent more likely to be hospitalized for heart problems over a four-year period. It may be an embarrassing problem, but it’s important not to ignore this visual health sign and to have a thorough evaluation by your doctor.
