Alternative options are the following:
Medication
Medications such as Viagra, Cialis, Levitra, Stendra), cream, patches and injectable medications can be used to address ED. But make sure it is prescribed by a doctor since it can also affect the heart and may cause further problems.
Erectile dysfunction that is caused by diabetes can be addressed by first managing the underlying health issue.
Here’s are other ways to improve performance.
Stay healthy
Eat nutritious foods and engage in a lifestyle that also promotes good heart health and proper blood circulation. Seek medical help so that you may set health goals and address concerns that may be the cause of your diabetes and ED.
Nurture relationships
Intimacy doesn’t always mean sexual intercourse. When it comes to problems in the bedroom, it’s best to talk to your partner and seek support in each other.
Stop smoking
Smoking has been found to decrease sperm count.
Take care of your mental health
Emotional stress such as depression and anxiety may interfere with hormones and can negatively affect sperm concentration.
Alcohol intake.
Studies show that alcohol can reduce testosterone levels and decrease sperm production.
Occupation
Those occupations which are associated with prolonged sitting are sometimes linked to a risk of infertility.
Key Takeaways
While the answer to the question “Does diabetes cause erectile dysfunction?” leans toward yes, the data is limited and there is still a lot of research required for it to become totally feasible. While diabetes does not directly cause erectile dysfunction, diabetes affects the levels of testosterone that may cause it.
Having type 2 diabetes can lead to several problems, including infertility. Men with diabetes are more prone to erectile dysfunction, however, this is not fully understood.
Learn more about Erectile Dysfunction here.
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