Does diabetes affect erection?
I've been a diabetic for almost fifteen years now. Lately, I've been having trouble getting and maintaining an erection. Is this a common issue associated with diabetes?
5 answers
9 months ago
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Actually yes yaar, high sugar damages the blood vessels over time which directly affects blood flow down there. It is super common in diabetics but people feel shy to discuss it. Just talk to your doc openly.
8 months ago
I was diagnosed with type 2 last year and faced this issue. Honestly, it was scary. But once I got my HbA1c down with medication and lifestyle changes, things went back to normal. Don't panic.
6 months ago
Yes, it does. High blood glucose levels clog the microvessels. I always advise focusing on a low-glycemic vegetarian diet with lots of green veggies and fiber to keep your sugar stable and protect your circulation.
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6 months ago
It definitely does. I ignored my high sugar for years and ended up with severe nerve damage that affected this. Please do not ignore this symptom; consult your diabetologist immediately before it gets worse.
4 months ago
Yes, it impacts circulation heavily. But you can improve things a lot by lifting weights and doing cardio. Better blood flow from regular workouts is a natural way to counter this diabetic side effect.