I’m a healthy 15-year-old, in great shape, but am having problems with erections. What should I do?

For starters, try to relax. You’re young and the chance of you having anything seriously wrong is super low. You may not have found exactly what turns you on just yet.

Second, there are lots of things that can interfere with erections in a young person. Do you get erections at night? Wet dreams? Chances are that the cause of your erection problems is more mental than physical. Problems with depression, anxiety or relationship issues all interfere with sexual arousal. Your PCP (pediatrician, family medicine doctor) should be able to help.

The other thing to consider is exercise. You said you are “in very great shape.” Any chance you’re using steroids or other supplements to enhance your athletic ability? If so, these can also mess with erections. Lastly, if you really don’t get nighttime erections, wet dreams or have other concerns, your PCP is the one to talk to.