Hi, I am 25 years old and have a long history of habitual masturbation. Recently, I have been experiencing some erection problems: either difficulty getting an erection or inability to sustain it. I have done hormone tests, and the results are: Testosterone: 452 ng/dL Free Testosterone: 16.60 pg/mL LH: 6.09 mIU/mL Estradiol (E2): 61.9 pg/mL FSH: 7.33 mIU/mL My doctor has suggested a penile Doppler test. Based on my hormone test results, is this test necessary, or can it be skipped? Please advise

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Dr Siri Nallapu

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5+ Yrs

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Testosterone is mid range. Estradiol seems elevated, which may affect sexual function. Penile Doppler is useful to assess blood flow. Consider it if symptoms persist.

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Take a Testosterone Test Test or Take a FSH and LH Test Test

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