Can Hypertension Cause Erectile Dysfunction?

Posted on Sun, 6 Sep 2020

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Question : Can hypertension cause erectile dysfunction?

Answered by Dr. Ilir Sharka (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
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Regarding your concern let me explain that hypertension may not directly lead to erectile dysfunction, but they may share common physiopathological features. Vascular endothelial dysfunction is frequently found in both hypertension and erectile dysfunction.

From the other hand, potential adverse effects of antihypertensive therapy may exacerbate erectile dysfunction.

So for properly addressing erectile dysfunction, it is necessary to explore the exact medical history, in addition of potential cardiovascular risk factors (including hypertension), and optimize medical therapy to minimize adverse effects.

Hope to have been helpful to you!

Let me know in case of any further questions.

Kind regards,

Dr. Ilir Sharka
cardiologist

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T