Low sexual libido? Sex health experts at MGS Hospital say diabetes could be the reason

Diabetes can hamper your sex life. When glucose builds up within the bloodstream, it can affect the functioning of several organs in your body, including sexual organs.

Relation between diabetes and sexual problems

The human body has tiny blood vessels and nerves that are responsible for sending signals to the brain. These nerve signals also raise blood flow to the genital organs and help the smooth muscle tissues relax. Severe diabetes creates havoc on the autonomic nerves. As a result, there is reduced blood flow to the sexual organs, and the body gets poor response to sexual stimuli.

Sexual problems in diabetic men

Men suffering from diabetes are very prone to the sexual problem called Erectile Dysfunction (ED). The condition leads to the inability to maintain a penile erection till ejaculation. Besides ED, diabetic men are likely to experience Retrograde Ejaculation, a sexual health complication. Poor functioning of internal sphincter muscles causes semen to be released into the bladder rather than out of the penis.

Sexual problems in diabetic women

Diabetes in women may suffer nerve damage and inadequate blood flow to the genital tissues, besides hormonal changes. Vaginal dryness or lack of vaginal lubrication is a common problem faced by diabetic women. Dryness in the vagina can lead to other complications, such as, vaginal infections and inflammation, which can result in painful sexual intercourse. Women suffering from diabetes may also experience reduced sensation in the genital area, inability to become aroused, and failure to reach orgasm. Urinary tract infections and incontinence can be the added woes.

Sexual problems in diabetics can be overcome: Sex health experts at MGS Hospital

Sex health experts at MGS Hospital say there are several tips to improve your sex life even if you are a diabetic person. Follow these tips to lead a healthy sex life:

 Ø  Sex in the mornings can be a great thing, as your energy is at its peak.

 Ø  Women suffering dry vaginal issues due to diabetes can go for water-based vaginal lubricants.

 Ø  Sexual libido can be enhanced with Hormonal replacement therapy that includes pills, patches, creams and injectable medications.

 Ø  Including exercise in daily routine can improve your energy level.

If you are diabetic, and having sexual health related issues, you could visit www.mgshospital.com to book an appointment. Alternatively, you could get in touch with the experienced urologists and sexual heath consultants of MGS Hospital for medical help and counselling on issues associated with diabetes and sex.