TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Diabetes is a chronic disease that attacks the endocrine system and affects blood sugar levels in the body. Besides having an impact on physical health, diabetes can also cause problems with sexual health. Is that right?
Reported from Times of IndiaHere are some reasons why diabetes can cause sexual dysfunction:
1. Influence of High Sugar Rate
Diabetes refers to a group of diseases that can cause too much sugar in the blood. Diabetes can occur when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin or when the body cannot use the insulin it produces effectively.
High sugar levels over a long period of time in your body can put you at a higher risk of sex-related problems, also known as sexual dysfunction.
2. Blocked Blood Supply
High blood sugar levels, high blood pressure and cholesterol can cause sexual dysfunction. High sugar levels can damage your blood vessels and nerves, including those that supply blood to your penis.
This can restrict blood flow to your sexual organs, resulting in some loss of sensation. This can make it difficult to get aroused, both physically and emotionally.
3. Hormonal changes
Diabetes can cause changes in testosterone or estrogen. This can negatively affect a person’s libido and ability to become sexually aroused.
4. Side Effects of Diabetes Drugs
Studies have shown that patients on certain medications for type 2 diabetes can experience significant reductions in testosterone levels, sex drive and erectile dysfunction due to low testosterone. It is best to talk to your doctor about the possible side effects of any medication.
5. Influence on Emotional Health
Experts have found that men and women who wear insulin pumps may feel self-conscious which can lead to a disinterest in sex. Managing diabetes can also have an emotional impact. This can negatively impact a person’s sexual function.
Haris Setyawan
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