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Reduction In Penis Size. On Hypertension Medication. Viagra Not Working. Solution?
Question: Since I turned 50 my penis has reduced by half the size it was I am taking high blood pressure tablets can you tell me why and can it be fixed my doctor gave me a script for viagra but that had no affect at all please help.
Regards XXXXXXX
Regards XXXXXXX
Hi,
Thanks for the query.
There are several things that I would like to emphasize here:
a. Normally a flaccid penis varies considerably in size, ranging from less than 5cm to over 10cm (2 to 5 inches).
b. As men age, the deposition of fat over the pubic bone is the main reason for men reporting a shorter appearance in their penis. In fact, abdominal obesity and a deposition in fat over the pubic bone can make the penis appear shorter.
c. Erectile dysfunction is an issue that needs to be addressed separately. A loss of interest in sexual activity with a decrease in testosterone can lead to this dysfunction.
Additionally, as I believe that more information can help a physician help a patient better, I would like to ask you how have you used Viagra in terms of dose, frequency. I would suggest that if this does not work for you, an alternative phosphodiesterase inhibitor be tried in consultation with your treating physician.
Hope I have answered your query. I will be available for follow up queries. Please accept my answer in case you have no follow up queries.
Wish you good health and speedy recovery.
Regards
Thanks for the query.
There are several things that I would like to emphasize here:
a. Normally a flaccid penis varies considerably in size, ranging from less than 5cm to over 10cm (2 to 5 inches).
b. As men age, the deposition of fat over the pubic bone is the main reason for men reporting a shorter appearance in their penis. In fact, abdominal obesity and a deposition in fat over the pubic bone can make the penis appear shorter.
c. Erectile dysfunction is an issue that needs to be addressed separately. A loss of interest in sexual activity with a decrease in testosterone can lead to this dysfunction.
Additionally, as I believe that more information can help a physician help a patient better, I would like to ask you how have you used Viagra in terms of dose, frequency. I would suggest that if this does not work for you, an alternative phosphodiesterase inhibitor be tried in consultation with your treating physician.
Hope I have answered your query. I will be available for follow up queries. Please accept my answer in case you have no follow up queries.
Wish you good health and speedy recovery.
Regards
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