What is Sexual Dysfunction Related to Diabetes?
Diabetes significantly affects sexual function in both men and women through vascular, neurological, and hormonal mechanisms.
Prevalence: Affects 35-50% of men with diabetes; 25-40% of women with diabetes
Symptoms and Signs
- •Erectile dysfunction (men)
- •Low desire
- •Arousal difficulties
- •Orgasm difficulties
- •Vaginal dryness (women)
Causes and Risk Factors
Common Causes
- →High blood glucose damage to nerves
- →Vascular damage reducing blood flow
- →Hormonal imbalances
- →Psychological factors from diabetes
Risk Factors
- ⚠️Diabetes diagnosis
- ⚠️Uncontrolled blood sugar
- ⚠️Duration of diabetes
Treatment Options
Expected Outcomes: 60-75% improvement with better control and treatment
Available Treatments:
- ✓Glycemic control optimization
- ✓ED medications
- ✓Sex therapy
- ✓Lubricants and moisturizers
- ✓Lifestyle modifications
- ✓Treatment of other complications
Prevention Tips
- →Tight glycemic control
- →Regular exercise
- →Healthy diet
- →Stress management
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