Chronic illness can have an impact on the body in surprising places, and that includes the bedroom. For some, chronic illness can have a significant influence on erectile dysfunction and create problems for the individual with chronic illness.
Can Chronic Illness Cause Erectile Dysfunction?
Some chronic illnesses can cause erectile dysfunction, depending on how they impact the body. Sometimes, a combination of physical and psychological components from a chronic illness can create erectile dysfunction in an individual.
Common chronic illnesses leading to erectile dysfunction include the following:
- Diabetes
- Parkinson’s disease
- Multiple sclerosis
- Peyronie’s disease
- Sleep disorders
- Surgeries or injuries
- Low testosterone
How Can A Person Address ED With Chronic Illness?
If someone has a chronic illness that’s leading to erectile dysfunction, it’s possible to address the trouble in a few ways. By working with a doctor or another health professional, the impacted person could improve their situation,
An individual with a chronic illness could address their ED through the following ways:
- Lifestyle changes: Eating well, not smoking, exercising often, and managing stress are all excellent ways to battle ED with a chronic illness.
- Medications: Some medications can treat erectile dysfunction for those with chronic illnesses.
- Psychological support: For many, a large part of ED is mental. Psychological support will go a long way.
- Medical interventions: Sometimes, medical interventions may be possible. Penile injections and implants are the most common.
Can A Healthy Person Get Erectile Dysfunction?
Since erectile dysfunction seems particularly problematic to those with a chronic illness, it’s easy to assume healthy people aren’t impacted. However, that isn’t the case. Men of all ages and health statuses are diagnosed with ED every day.
Some people have ED from underlying conditions, while others get it spontaneously. Still others incur the issue from lifestyle choices. Speak to your doctor to determine where yours is from and the best next steps to address it.
Hi! My name is Kimmy B, I am the co-host of the We’reHard podcast. I have a passion for fitness, nutrition and a healthy lifestyle. I’ve always loved working out and staying active but recently found my groove in the fitness industry.