Yes: There are many medical conditions that will affect the ability to achieve an erection. The most common conditions typically include diabetes, hi blood pressure, and hi cholesterol. The degree of erectile dysfunction increases as the more uncontrolled these conditions become. Keeping these conditions under control will help minimize sequele of erectile dysfunction.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Yes: You may also have heart disease and should get a stress test.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Also medications: I agree with dr. Samaan antihypertensive medications can also affect the quality or rigidity of your erections.
Answered 2/19/2020
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BP Medications can: Some blood pressure medications effect the ability to have an erection. Clonidine is one such medication.
Answered 2/19/2020
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Yes: High blood pressure can damage the arteries in the penis and cause erectile dysfunction. Some medications used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) can also lead to erectile dysfunction, but your doctor should be able to prescribe one that does not do this commonly.
Answered 9/3/2013
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