DIABETES & THE DISTRESS OF ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION

The distress caused by inability to achieve a long-lasting erection can be very upsetting & it is the commonest thing one notice in case of ED.

ED is a condition in which a man has a persistent inability in achieving & maintaining an erection that is needed for intercourse.

Diabetes (especially TYPE-2 diabetes) usually causes nerve damage & damage to the blood Therefore, proper management of blood sugar level is essential.

Most of the men are reluctant to discuss their problem of ED with their doctor, but one should leave his embarrassment as one small conversation can make a big difference.

 

MAKE GOOD LIFESTYLE CHOICES

 

Try taking these approaches to improve erectile dysfunction & existing condition of diabetes.

·     QUIT SMOKING- Habitual tobacco smoking narrows the blood vessels eventually which can cause erectile dysfunction or even can worsen the existing condition of ED.

·     MANAGE WEIGHT- Loose excess of kilograms, as being overweight can cause development of erectile dysfunction.

·     INCLUDE EXERCISE IN YOUR ROUTINE-exercise can help in recovering from the underlying conditions; it reduces stress, increasing blood flow & plays a part in correcting ED in a number of ways. It helps in controlling excess of blood sugar levels by improving insulin sensitivity.

·     LIMIT THE ALCOHOL INTAKE-Choose to drink alcohol in moderation as excess of alcohol intake can contribute to cause erectile dysfunction.

·      CHECK OUT THE GLYCEMIC INDEX-eat every food stuff after the quick check on the Glycemic index to avoid intake of excess of sugar that can worsen the condition of diabetes & existing condition of erectile dysfunction.