Volume : IV, Issue : III, March - 2014

Knowledge and treatment preferences for erectile dysfunction among Malaysian hypertensives

Dr Mohd Ariff Fadzil, Dr Zaliha Ismail

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Erectile dysfunction (ED) is commonly associated with hypertension. However, little is known about the prevalence, knowledge, treatment preferences and experience for erection difficulties among hypertensive Malaysian men. This cross–sectional study involved 264 hypertensive patients who attended outpatient clinics. Their socio–demographic characteristics and detailed medical history were recorded. The blood pressure of all participants was measured through standardised method. The Malay version of International Index of Erectile Function–5 (IIEF–5) was used to assess ED. Their knowledge regarding hypertension and ED and their treatment preferences were assessed. Out of 264 who consented to participate, 77.7% experienced ED. Only 40.5 % seek treatment for erectile difficulty with the majority (92.5%) prefer traditional or complimentary medicine (TCM).

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Dr Mohd Ariff Fadzil, Dr Zaliha Ismail Knowledge and treatment preferences for erectile dysfunction among Malaysian hypertensives Indian Journal of Applied Research, Vol.IV, Issue. III

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