Constipation and Erectile Dysfunction: Is There a Connection Men Are Overlooking?

Constipation and erectile dysfunction may seem like two completely unrelated problems. One involves the digestive system, while the other affects sexual performance.

But the human body doesn't always separate its functions so neatly.

Research has found an association between chronic constipation and erectile dysfunction (ED), raising an interesting question: Could persistent bowel problems sometimes be connected with a man's sexual health?

The answer is more complicated than simply saying that constipation causes ED. However, there are several reasons why the two conditions may occur together—and men should know about them.