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Ask the doctor: Herbal supplements to treat erectile dysfunction?
Ask the doctor
Q. I have used prescription medication for my erectile dysfunction (ED), but have seen herbal products advertised to help with ED. Do they work?
A. Despite the heavy advertising of pills to "improve your sex life," there is no proof that most dietary supplements—which include vitamins, nutritional additives, and herbal products—are effective.
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