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Diabetes - Adult Type II (Expert Forum)
Erection Problem &Insullin
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Anita Ramsetty, MD - GeneralEndocrinology, Diabetes Type 1, Diabetes Type 2, Thyroid Disorders, AdrenalInsufficiency, CF-Related Diabetes
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Erection Problem &Insullin
by LastHope, Jan 06, 2008 11:08AM
Does insullin affect sexual activity ?
I am taking insullin started 16 iu two times a day from Mar 2006 and now 8 iu
but having erection problem since May 2006 before that it was normal is THERE ANY CONNECTION BETWEEN Erection & Insullin ?
What are side effects of insullin .
Please help ,
Thanking u in anticipation.
I am taking insullin started 16 iu two times a day from Mar 2006 and now 8 iu
but having erection problem since May 2006 before that it was normal is THERE ANY CONNECTION BETWEEN Erection & Insullin ?
What are side effects of insullin .
Please help ,
Thanking u in anticipation.
Doctor's Answer
by Anita Ramsetty, MD, Jan 07, 2008 03:15PM
, Jan 07, 2008 03:15PM
Hi,
To my knowledge there is no direct effect of insulin on erectile function, and given that your problems started two months after beginning the insulin, I htink it is more likely a coincidence. Diabetes is definitely linked to erectile dysfunction, so that is more likely the explanation. I also suggest reviewing your medications, especially blood pressure pills, as some of those can contribute to erectile problems. There are several medications that can help this issue, so discuss it with your doctor if you have not done so already.
The main side effects of insulin are low blood sugars(if the dose is too high) and weight gain. People can also have skin reactions/allergic reactions to the preparation, just like any other medication.
Hope this helps,
take care
To my knowledge there is no direct effect of insulin on erectile function, and given that your problems started two months after beginning the insulin, I htink it is more likely a coincidence. Diabetes is definitely linked to erectile dysfunction, so that is more likely the explanation. I also suggest reviewing your medications, especially blood pressure pills, as some of those can contribute to erectile problems. There are several medications that can help this issue, so discuss it with your doctor if you have not done so already.
The main side effects of insulin are low blood sugars(if the dose is too high) and weight gain. People can also have skin reactions/allergic reactions to the preparation, just like any other medication.
Hope this helps,
take care
