Aditya Sharma Aditya Sharma Asked 4 months ago

Can kidney stones cause ed?

I've been diagnosed with kidney stones and I'm also facing some issues with erectile dysfunction recently. I'm wondering if there's any connection between the two, or if it's completely separate.

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Rajesh Nair Rajesh Nair Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago
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While dealing with my thyroid issues, I realized how physical pain and stress can affect overall performance. Kidney stones can cause so much local pain and anxiety that it temporarily leads to erectile dysfunction. I suggest getting routine blood tests and a proper doctor follow-up to check everything.

Karan Malhotra Karan Malhotra Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

My health app shows a direct link between stress levels and physiological response. When you have a kidney stone, the pain and discomfort in the urinary tract can definitely cause temporary ED issues. Once you treat the stone and lower your stress, things should go back to normal.

Sumit Verma Sumit Verma Joined May 2026 4 months ago

I totally get it, this can be extremely stressful and embarrassing to talk about. The intense pelvic pain and anxiety from kidney stones can definitely make it hard to perform. Don't worry, it is usually temporary, but please do talk to a doctor to get some clarity.

Aryan Sen Aryan Sen Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Bro, honestly, when you are in so much agonizing pain from a kidney stone, sex is the last thing on your mind. The pain and stress can totally cause temporary ED. Don't stress too much about it, it will get fine once the stone is out. Just see a doctor.

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Manju Sharma Manju Sharma Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

My adult son faced a lot of severe pelvic pain and stress when he had a kidney stone, and it affected his health in many ways. If you are experiencing this, please know that severe pain and anxiety can definitely cause temporary issues. A kind doctor will guide you through this easily.

Mohammad Ali Mohammad Ali Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

In my younger days, I had a kidney stone that caused severe pain down there, and it definitely affected my physical intimacy for a while. It's just the body's reaction to intense pain and worry. Don't lose hope, consult a specialist and you will recover completely.

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