Does blood pressure medication affect sexual dysfunction?

Patient's question:

I am 37 years old this year. Due to the reason of intergenerational inheritance, I suffer from high blood pressure and have been taking antihypertensive drugs. However, recently I always feel that my sexual life is not very harmonious. I want to know if antihypertensive drugs have an impact on sexual dysfunction?

Doctor's answer:

The blood pressure is slightly higher than normal, but it does not reach the level that requires medication. It is recommended to first try physical therapy. Oral antihypertensive drugs can be taken for treatment, while also paying attention to drinking more water and following a low-fat, low-sodium diet. If significant discomfort symptoms reappear, it will be necessary to be hospitalized and receive intravenous treatment promptly. Male diseases tend to be recurrent, requiring long-term medication treatment. Additionally, male patients should actively seek diagnosis at professional and reputable hospitals and consider treatment based on examination results. It is also important to restrain sexual activity and maintain a good mood.

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