Erectile Dysfunction
March 27, 2026
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Race, ED & Me: What’s The Link?
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Our race affects much more than the languages we speak. It can also predict our risk for certain medical conditions. Find out which races in Singapore are more likely to develop erectile dysfunction, why this happens and what you can do about it.
Our race affects much more than the languages we speak. It can also predict our risk for certain medical conditions, including erectile dysfunction (ED). In Singapore, ED affects over 51.3% of men above the age of 30. According to a local Singapore study, the prevalence of ED varies by ethnicity: Indians had the highest rates of ED (61.7%), followed by Malays (58.6%) and Chinese (50.8%).
Indians are known to have unusually high rates of vascular disease and develop conditions like heart disease 5-10 years earlier compared to other ethnic groups. Since ED is also a vascular disorder causing reduced blood flow to the penis, the same genetic and lifestyle factors that increase cardiovascular risk may also increase ED risk. Malays and Indians are also more likely to develop metabolic syndrome than Chinese, and ED is strongly linked to metabolic syndrome.
Regardless of your race, ED is a common and treatable condition. If you are experiencing erectile dysfunction, it is advisable that you consult a doctor. Here at Noah, our doctors are best equipped with the knowledge to help you ascertain the root cause of your ED and recommend the best treatment for you.
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