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Could spinal stenosis cause sexual dysfunction?

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Possibly: If severe enough to cause compression of the lumbar nerve roots (specifically l2, 3, 4) this could cause difficulty with normal arousal reflexes, including erection.

Answered 11/25/2020

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Spinal Stenosis: My apology .I am a psychiatrist and have not been privy to working with this condition. It may be hereditary or survival of an injury.

Answered 2/9/2016

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Potentially: Yes, son all stenosis can directly or indirectly cause various forms of sexual dysfunction.

Answered 3/12/2021

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