Understanding Male Sexual Problems - Prevention

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Understanding Male Sexual Problems - Prevention
December 12, 2008
Reviewed by Brunilda Nazario, MD
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How Can I Prevent Male Sexual Problems?

These suggestions may help you avoid sexual problems:

Avoid problems with blood flow: Don't smoke; control your blood pressure, cholesterol level, and medical conditions such as diabetes.
Avoid alcohol and recreational drugs that can lessen sexual desire or impair your performance.
Discuss side effects of medications with your doctor or pharmacist in case an alternative with fewer sexual effects is available. Never change your medications without your doctor's approval and guidance.
Exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and get enough sleep.

Relaxed, clear teaching to promote understanding of one's body and of sexual functioning, emphasizing the importance and normalcy of sexuality, is key to avoiding the guilt and fear that sometimes result in sexual dysfunction.

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