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What Causes Erectile Dysfunction In A Heart Patient?

I have had 5 heart attacks and have an icd implant that s a combination pacemaker and diffibulator have already had the icd shock my heart once and was told I have atrial fibulation am taking many medications for my heart was wondering if their is any hope of me getting an erection again before I die am 64 years old
Tue, 1 Oct 2019
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Hi,

In heart patient, there can be hampered blood circulation in peripheral part of body This would result in erectile dysfunction.

Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Erectile Dysfunction In A Heart Patient?

Hi, In heart patient, there can be hampered blood circulation in peripheral part of body This would result in erectile dysfunction. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician