Erectile dysfunction is the ongoing inability to get or keep an erection firm enough for satisfying sex. To some degree, it affects one man in two between 40 and 70. You do not have to accept it: there are solutions.
Possible causes
- Vascular: blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, smoking
- Metabolic and hormonal: diabetes, low testosterone
- Psychological: stress, anxiety, depression
- Medication: some treatments, alcohol
- Age
The assessment
- A discreet conversation
- Clinical examination
- Blood and hormone tests
- Ultrasound if needed
Treatment
- Oral medication
- Penile injections
- Low-intensity shockwave therapy
- Penile PRP, as an add-on
- Vacuum devices
- Hormone treatment for a deficiency
- Penile implant for severe cases
- Lifestyle: smoking, exercise, weight
Erectile dysfunction in Brussels: where to be seen
Dr Ayhan Bakar, urologist and andrologist, sees patients at Sainte-Anne Saint-Rémi hospital in Anderlecht (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday) and at the Basilique clinic in Ganshoren (Tuesday afternoon). Both hospitals are part of the CHIREC group.
Consultations in French and English, no referral letter needed. See addresses and opening hours
This information is general and does not replace a consultation. In an emergency, call 112.
Published by Dr Ayhan Bakar, urologist in Brussels (INAMI 17718534450). Last updated: October 2026.