One of the most challenging and frustrating issue of having diabetes is dealing with Erectile Dysfunction.
It is the inability to get or maintain an erection for sex.
The usual cause of this problem is long term poor blood sugar control which in turn damages the nerves and the blood vessels.
Therefore it can also occurred in people with high blood pressure and other coronary artery diseases.
The first thing you should do is to talk to an expert.
Below is how you should do it.
Talk to a doctor.
He will first find out what is the underlying causes of your erectile dysfunction and subsequently advice you on what can be done.
Strict control of your blood sugar level.
As high blood sugar is the main causes that damage nerve and blood vessel.
It is very important to ensure that your blood sugar level are well under controlled.
Check with your primary care physician on whether you can taking the right steps in managing your diabetes.
Rule out other chronic condition that can cause or worsen erectile dysfunction as it is common for diabetic to have them.
Medication.
Certain medication may cause worsen this erectile dysfunction such as drug that is used to treat depression or high blood pressure.
Change in medication will help greatly in this condition.
Maintain a healthy physical and mental health.
Stress and anxiety can worsen erectile dysfunction.
Talk to a mental health provider or find ways that helps in reducing your stress level.
Several treatment options are available such as oral medication, penis pump or penile insert.
Talk to your primary care physician for the most appropriate treatment.
As the old saying goes, prevention is better than cure.
Proper management of your diabetes is the key to prevent such condition from happening.
When you are free from diabetes, not only you will feel great physically and mentally, your love life will definitely be more exciting.