The prostate is part of the male reproductive system, and prostate cancer can result in impotence or erectile dysfunction, defined as an inability to maintain or obtain an erection for sexual intercourse on a regular basis. The sudden onset of erectile dysfunction can be a sign of prostate cancer. Physicians usually perform screening tests to determine the cause of the issue.

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