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Can being a heavy drinker really cause a man to have no sex drive?

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Dr. Michael Sinclair answered

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Yes: Alcohol can destroy libido and cause erectile dysfunction.

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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