Fewer periods, The link between erectile dysfunction and the heart
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Can Erectile Dysfunction Really Be a Warning Signal to Prevent a Heart Attack?
There's more that links these two important organs than just love. Erections rely on an increase in blood flow. Nitric oxide is a powerful dilator of blood vessels. Viagra was famously developed as a cardiac medication, as an anti angina tablet. It wasn't particularly effective, but trial participants noticed a strange side effect,. leading fize to completely change direction with the drug and earn billions.
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