Diabetes and erectile dysfunction occurs in about 50%-60% of male diabetics. Erectile dysfunction in diabetics occurs 10 to 15 years earlier in men with diabetes. The causes of this are complex. To get an erection, men need healthy blood vessels, nerves, male hormones and a desire. Diabetes can damage blood vessels and nerves overtime. This of course affects your ability to have sex, even if you have a desire and a sufficient amount of male hormones.
Erectile Dysfunction Due to Diabetes
Diabetes erectile dysfunction can occur from diabetes related conditions such as high blood pressure and coronary heart disease. It can also stem directly from diabetes. This is because of poor management of blood sugar level over a vast amount of time.
Erectile dysfunction diabetes can be challenging, frustrating, and discouraging. Talking with your doctor is the first step to getting your sex life back on track. Sometimes medications …