Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
Does Azathioprine Cause Erectile Dysfunction?
Question: my partner took 50 mg of azathioprine for 4-5 days then was advised to stop taking them two/three weeks ago.Is this the likely cause of his erectile dysfunction. any advise- he is worried this is permanent.
XXXXX
XXXXX
Brief Answer:
azathioprine does not seem to be related
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
azathioprine does not seem relevant to his erectile dysfunction. He should seek urologic assessment. Potential causes include vascular problems, neuropathies, various neurologic diseases, serious heart disease, drugs, too much smoking, too much alcohol, etc. Any history of diabetes for example?
The urologist should try to identify the cause and provide appropriate treatment.
Kind Regards!
azathioprine does not seem to be related
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
azathioprine does not seem relevant to his erectile dysfunction. He should seek urologic assessment. Potential causes include vascular problems, neuropathies, various neurologic diseases, serious heart disease, drugs, too much smoking, too much alcohol, etc. Any history of diabetes for example?
The urologist should try to identify the cause and provide appropriate treatment.
Kind Regards!
Note: Consult a Urologist online for consultation about prostate and bladder problems, sexual dysfunction, kidney stones, prostate enlargement, urinary incontinence, impotence and erectile dysfunction - Click here.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
