Medellín leads in early consultations for erectile dysfunction, study finds

In Medellín, five out of ten men seek medical attention for erectile dysfunction at the earliest signs of the condition, the highest rate among major Colombian cities, according to Boston Medical.

Regional differences

The proportion of men who consult in early stages varies significantly:

• Medellín: 5 in 10 Source: Infobae
• Pereira: 4 in 10 Source: Infobae
• Cali and Barranquilla: 3 in 10 Source: El Colombiano
• Bogotá: 2 in 10 Source: El Colombiano

The data highlights a stark contrast between Medellín, where awareness campaigns have reduced stigma, and Bogotá, where cultural barriers and fear of losing masculinity delay care Source: Infobae.

Expert advice

Dr. Winston Arrazola, a physician at Boston Medical in Medellín, emphasized that "erectile dysfunction should not be waited until severe to consult" Source: Infobae. He added that early treatment is less complex and yields better outcomes Source: El Colombiano.

Underlying causes

The most common physical cause is altered blood flow, often linked to chronic conditions like diabetes — where prevalence can exceed 85% — hypertension, and high cholesterol. Smoking and physical inactivity aggravate the problem .