Patient's question:
I usually work under a lot of pressure and often drink at business gatherings. Recently, during intimacy with my wife, I felt weak and unable to perform, suspecting I might have a sexual dysfunction. What is the relationship between sexual dysfunction and alcohol consumption?Doctor's answer:
A small amount of alcohol consumption can be beneficial to the body, but excessive long-term drinking can cause harm to the mouth, stomach lining, liver, cardiovascular system, respiratory tract, lungs, and more. It can also damage nerves, vision, and impair memory and intelligence. Babies born after drunken intercourse are often deformed or mentally retarded, sometimes referred to as "alcohol babies." Alcohol has a suppressive effect on sexual function, which can lead to premature ejaculation, early ejaculation, and other issues.