Sex and Diabetes

Sex and Diabetes
While sex seems to be everywhere, television, billboards, newspapers, and other forms of advertising, Americans are still reluctant to talk to their doctor about their sex problems and issues. However many people, whether or not they have diabetes, have sexual problems. The Journal of American Medical Association reported in February of 1999 (10 years ago) about a survey they conducted of 1,749 men and 1,410 women age 18 to 59. The survey found that 43% of women and 31% of men were found to suffer from sexual dysfunction.

Sex and Diabetes
Diabetes can affect sexual performance in many ways. There are somethings you should look out for.

Menstruation – Women find that the menstrual cycle affects their blood sugar levels. If you find your self trouble maintaining control, you should record your blood sugar levels and monitor them properly. This can be done with a diabetic meter. You can get a free diabetic meter here: http://weeweeslap.com/go/FreeDiabeticMeter/
When you take a look at your blood sugar levels you may find that it is higher than normal the week before your period. You will need to add additional exercise and avoid eating carbohydrates. You should talk to your doctor about adjusting your insulin or other medications you might be taking.

Sex and Diabetes
Lubrication – Women with diabetes may be prone to problems with vaginal lubrication. You can also have trouble with sexual response due to nerve damage caused by the diabetes. There are medications available that can aid you in your sexual response. However the best thing to do is talk to your doctor about these problems.

Impotence – Impotence is the inability to maintain an erection long enough to become satisfied during sex. Many men suffer from impotence during their life time. Men in their 50’s and 60’s are more likely to suffer from impotence. For men with diabetes these problems can occur 10 to 15 years earlier than with men who don’t suffer from diabetes. It is estimated that diabetes related impotence accounts for 40% of all impotence cases.

Sometimes nerves disease which is related to diabetes is the cause of impotence. When the nerves are damage, the flow of blood to the penis can be interrupted or cut short and you wont get a good erection or none at all. This is due to the damage that the diabetes has caused to your nerves. Your doctor can help you determine the best course of action.

After Sex – If you use insulin, be very aware that sex can cause low blood sugar levels. You should test your blood before and after having sex. That way you can compare the readings.

>>Click here<< to receive a free diabetes meter. You should check your blood sugar levels often. You should maintain a log of your blood sugar level readings and visit your doctor and talk about the diabetes sex problems you are having. Your doctor can take a look at your blood sugar level log and he will be able to give you a better course of action on how to treat your diabetes. Also, your doctor will also be able to
help you out greatly with your sexual problems.

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