Jul 31, 2026 – 5.00amMen are more likely to get irritated or embarrassed than worried about their health when they struggle to get an erection.They might react differently if they knew that erectile dysfunction was not only a problem in the bedroom, but often an indicator of underlying heart disease.Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Euan BlackHealth and wellness reporterEuan Black is the health and wellness reporter at The Australian Financial Review. He was the work and careers reporter.Fetching latest articles
This ‘sex problem’ could be a sign of heart disease
Difficulty getting an erection is frequently framed as a problem confined to the bedroom, but well-established science links it to a range of serious diseases.









