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Diabetes is affecting my sex life, anyone else?

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Sheythilan714

06/07/2023 at 00:44

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Hello,

It's a bit easier to talk here about it anonymously than it is in person to my doctor, so I would appreciate any insight. It's a bit of am embarrassing topic, but one thing I have noticed since I got diagnosed with diabetes is that I struggle to maintain an erection. It's not all the time, but often enough. Does anyone know if this is a symptom?

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06/07/2023 at 11:50

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Very much so, tried Viagra etc., did not work, the only thing I found that works is losing weight. I found there seems to be a direct link, I am on a diet now, finally got my blood sugars down, just awaiting for such matters to return. But might require a few more pounds yet, happy days!

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Diabetes is affecting my sex life, anyone else? https://www.carenity.co.uk/forum/diabetes-type-2/living-with-type-2-diabetes/diabetes-is-affecting-my-sex-life-anyone-else-5124 2023-07-06 11:50:58

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06/07/2023 at 15:50

yes it is part & parcel of diabetes you can get viagra from the docs on prescription but they didnt work on me

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06/07/2023 at 16:05

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Hello @Sheythilan714! How are you feeling today?

Thank you for starting this discussion! Men with diabetes frequently experience erection issues, also known as erectile dysfunction or ED. Particularly people who have type 2 diabetes. Long-term high blood sugar levels can harm blood vessels and nerves. Problems obtaining or maintaining a firm enough erection are brought on by this damage. I will tag some members who might want to share their thoughts on this topic.

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Hello everyone! How are you doing today?

Does diabetes affect your intimate life? How do you cope?

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Polina from the Carenity team

Diabetes is affecting my sex life, anyone else? https://www.carenity.co.uk/forum/diabetes-type-2/living-with-type-2-diabetes/diabetes-is-affecting-my-sex-life-anyone-else-5124 2023-07-06 16:05:10

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