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erectile

[ih-rek-tl, -til, -tahyl] / ɪˈrɛk tl, -tɪl, -taɪl /


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The oral version of minoxidil can cause unwanted hair growth on the face and other areas of the body, while finasteride can dampen libido and lead to erectile dysfunction.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 25, 2026

The analysis found no meaningful excess of memory loss or dementia, depression, sleep problems, erectile dysfunction, weight gain, nausea, fatigue, headache, or many other commonly cited concerns.

From Science Daily • Feb. 15, 2026

Among the most common disabilities claimed by older veterans are diabetes, hypertension and “loss of erectile power,” all common among older men.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 7, 2025

More recently, in Scotland a woman suffered chemical injuries after she was mistakenly given erectile dysfunction cream for a dry eye condition.

From BBC • Sep. 30, 2025

The two California species have two round, black plumes falling gracefully over the back of the neck, but erectile when excited.

From Game Birds and Game Fishes of the Pacific Coast by Payne, Harry Thom