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Sexual dysfunction and blood pressure.

Q: Ever since I started taking blood pressure medicine I noticed my penis getting smaller and smaller and sexually weaker and weaker everyday. I tried Viagra, Cialis, Revitral and others but still see no improvement in my BP and ED. What am I to do?...

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Erectile dysfunction and blood pressure.

Q: My husband is 64 years old and has taken blood pressure meds for several years. Would this blood pressure medicine cause his Erectile Dysfunction?

A: Blood pressure medicines can affect sexual performance. This is why I like the Resperate. It has no side effects and...

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Sexual side effects.

Q: In the past three months there has been a drastic reduction in the volume of ejaculated semen. I would estimate about 90%. My medications include: Coreg, Lipitor, Spironolact,Diovan, Lamictal, Klonipin and recently Wellbutrin which was discontinued two weeks ago. I am sexually active even...

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Curing erectile dysfunction naturally.

Q: Can erectile dysfunction, caused by years of blood pressure medications, be reversed naturally?

A: Most erectile dysfunction caused by medication is corrected when the medication is stopped.  Erectile dysfunction caused by damage to blood vessels from high blood pressure is permanent.  Since you have been...

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Erectile dysfunction and hypertension.

Q: How can I test to see the level if hypertension has effected my erectile dysfunction. Can it be reversed? If so what steps can I take to correct the problem?

A: Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to erectile problems. There is no magic level...

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BP and a male’s sex life.

Q: I am a male who wants to know what affects HBP would have on my sexual life?

A: Untreated hypertension can lead to impotence in men. High blood pressure damages blood vessels. When enough damage has occurred to the blood vessels supplying the penis, it...

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The effect of bp medication on sex drive.

Q: I’ve been on both Lisinopril and Hydrochlorothiazide for about a year now. I’ve noticed that I can not maintain an erection because of the medications, is there anything I could change to have a better sex life again?

A: You need to talk to your...

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Viagra and high blood pressure.

Q: What is the effect of medicines like Viagra on blood pressure ? Are they dangerous for people with High blood pressure?

A: Men with erectile dysfunction and controlled high blood pressure can take drugs like Viagra.  If your blood pressure is not in control, discuss...

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BP increase with sexual activity

Q:  Why does BP rise during sexual intercourse?  My heart beat increases so much, that I realize that my BP has risen very high.  What is responsible for this?

A:  Sexual intercourse is a form of activity so it is natural for your blood pressure to...

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Metoprolol and sexual dysfunction

Q:  Do Lisinopril, Metoprolol, and Lipitor have an adverse effect on sexual function or desire? What can I do?

A:  Of the drugs you mention, metoprolol is known for causing sexual dysfunction.  Talk to your doctor.  Perhaps you can be changed to a different medicine that...

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