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28m - over a few months, i have had a large drop in libido, rarely get morning erections and feel like penile sensitivity has decreased. i take methylphenidate for adhd (~15 months taking it) but had no sexual issues until this point. is this concern?

Q: 28m - over a few months, i have had a large drop in libido, rarely get morning erections and feel like penile sensitivity has decreased. i take methylphenidate for adhd (~15 months taking it) but had no sexual issues until this point. is this concern?

: Methylphenidate may affect the libido but not erectile function. In contrast, it may cause increased erection, prolonged erection or priapism as the extreme. Take care.

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Methylphenidate may affect the libido but not erectile function. In contrast, it may cause increased erection, prolonged erection or priapism as the extreme. Take care.

Answered 7/16/2023

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A member asked:

28m - over a few months, i have had a large drop in libido, rarely get morning erections and feel like penile sensitivity has decreased. i take methylphenidate for adhd (~15 months taking it) but had no sexual issues until this point. is this concern?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hiep Le answered

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