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Does steroid use affect the penis?

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Long term yes!: There are no immediate issues with an injection or brief course of steroids, but long term use will suppress testosterone production, enhance metabolic syndrome, which in and of itself, can cause ed.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 11/26/2013

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Yes: Chronic steroids will inhibit your natural testosterone and this can effect penis in a variety of ways.

Dr Modi agreed

Answered 9/30/2019

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