Does a sexually transmitted disease cause impotence and premature ejaculation?

Patient's question:

I had a few unsafe sexual behaviors about 2 years ago, and then discomfort appeared in the external genitalia. After checking at the hospital, the doctor said it was genital herpes. After a month of treatment, it finally healed. Now, I have experienced several problems with erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation during sexual activity.

Doctor's answer:

Hello, the genital herpes you previously had is a sexually transmitted disease caused by a virus. This virus can remain dormant in the body for a long time, so the treatment cycle is long, it is prone to recurrence, and it can also invade places such as the prostate and testicles, leading to impotence and premature ejaculation.

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