An inability to achieve or maintain erection. Sexual arousal normally leads to {erection} in the man (see 'Sex, The Facts, Arousal' section). Failure to achieve an erection, or inability to maintain it, is a common sexual problem, & affects most men at some time in their lives.
It can happen after a few sexual failures & cause increasing {anxiety}, which makes the problem worse. The female partner may feel rejection. As with all sexual problems, a frank discussion is essential. The 'Sensate Focus Technique' may be used successfully (see 'Sexual Anxiety' section).
