Sex seems like an endlessly moving, flattering and straightforward act. However, for lot of people and partners the reality is somewhat different. This article is about sexual dysfunction, a somewhat common sexual problem in men with diabetes.

What is ED

Sexual dysfunction is defined as the persistent inability to get or sustain an erection that is satisfactory for sexual activity. Most men will experience sexual problems during their course of life, but if the problem lasts for 3 months or longer, it is medically defined as Sexual dysfunction.

Although Sexual dysfunction affects most men at some point in their lives, it is lot more common in men with diabetes. 50 percent of men will experience Sexual dysfunction within ten years of diagnosis of diabetes. Men who are older with a longer time of diabetes, poor blood glucose control, or who smoke, have high blood pressure, high cholesterol and heart disease, are at highest risk.

Diabetes causes cause injury to the linings of the blood vessels, which affects circulation and blood flow to the penis. Sexual dysfunction can also be a side effect of medications that are often prescribed to men with diabetes.

Treating ED

There are a number of effective treatments for ED. It is important for sexual partners to be involved in any discussion about choice of treatment.

Drugs with PDE5 inhibitors like Tadalafil also known as Generic Cialis, Viagra, and Vardenafil help a man achieve and maintain an erection. With foreplay from partner, these Drugs increase blood flow to the penis, allowing an erection to occur naturally.