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What Causes Erectile Dysfunction After A Panic Attack?
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I am a healthy 25 year old male, 180cm, about 90kgs. Non-smoker. I have suffered from panic attacks in the past and was treated with anafranil and therapy for about 2 years. My dosage was high, 200mg a day. I weaned myself off the meds 3 months ago, everything went fine - I feel great. the only problem is that my libido, which died completely during the course of the treatment, has not returned. Even if I do get an erection, I am just not really interested. I am worried about the effects on my relationship, I am crazy about my girlfriend. How long should I wait for it to return before I should start to worry? Thank you
I am a healthy 25 year old male, 180cm, about 90kgs. Non-smoker. I have suffered from panic attacks in the past and was treated with anafranil and therapy for about 2 years. My dosage was high, 200mg a day. I weaned myself off the meds 3 months ago, everything went fine - I feel great. the only problem is that my libido, which died completely during the course of the treatment, has not returned. Even if I do get an erection, I am just not really interested. I am worried about the effects on my relationship, I am crazy about my girlfriend. How long should I wait for it to return before I should start to worry? Thank you
Wed, 25 Jul 2018
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Nothing to worry. It may be due to the drug or anxiety.
Anxiety itself cause erectile dysfunction. Usually antidepressants may useful in erectile dysfunction.
Do regular exercise, avoid smoking and alcohol intake.
Avoid spicy food, eat more green leafy vegetables, do yoga and meditation. If symptoms not improved please consult your neurophysician/phychiatrist they will examine and treat you accordingly.
Take care.
Nothing to worry. It may be due to the drug or anxiety.
Anxiety itself cause erectile dysfunction. Usually antidepressants may useful in erectile dysfunction.
Do regular exercise, avoid smoking and alcohol intake.
Avoid spicy food, eat more green leafy vegetables, do yoga and meditation. If symptoms not improved please consult your neurophysician/phychiatrist they will examine and treat you accordingly.
Take care.
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