| Diabetes and Sexual Health
Sexual Problems in men
Men with diabetes are more likely to experience some kinds of sexual
problems than men without diabetes.
- The most common sexual problem is erectile dysfunction, but
premature ejaculation, failure to ejaculate and an inability to
sustain an erection may also be problems.
- Erectile dysfunction may occur in men with signs of other
complications from diabetes.
- Men with diabetes may suffer from a temporary loss of sexual
desire if blood glucose levels are high. This often improves once
blood glucose control improves.
- Ideally, treatment options will be discussed with both partners.
The particular cause of the sexual problem determines the treatment.
Modern treatment is effective, relatively inexpensive and safe.
Diabetes and womens health
- There is no evidence to suggest that women with diabetes encounter
more sexual difficulties than other women.
- Women with diabetes often report a cyclical change in their
insulin requirements related to the menstrual cycle.
- High blood glucose levels can have a temporarily adverse effect on
the sexual aspects of a womans life.
- Diabetes increases the risk of thrush.
- Simple and effective treatments exist for most problems
encountered.
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