Diabetes is a pathology that can lead to numerous complications if it is not properly controlled, such as heart, kidney or vision problems.
But there are others that are spoken less, such as sexual difficulties.
These can affect both women and men with diabetes and do not usually receive the necessary attention, despite being a great concern for those who suffer from them.In both this complication of diabetes and in others, early detection and going to an adequate specialist are fundamental to stop the problem as soon as possible.
While it is true that the relationship between sexual dysfunction and diabetes has been studied more in men than in women, this is a problem derived from the pathology itself that affects both sexes equally.In the case of men, erectile dysfunction may occur.
Studies on this subject reflect that the incidence increases with age, the duration of diabetes and the deterioration of metabolic control.In addition, the severity of erectile dysfunction is associated with the increase in HBA1C level (long -term blood glucose control measure).The incidence of erectile dysfunction is usually higher in men with type 2 diabetes and in those who suffer from other complications as a result of this pathology.
In the case of women, problems are usually linked to difficulties in achieving orgasm or decreased sexual excitement.Some women in the initial phase of type 1 diabetes without diagnosing could experience problems of sexual excitement, loss of sexual desire and even inability to reach orgasm.However, everything usually returns to normal once the ailment is detected and prescribed a treatment.
In addition, women with poorly controlled diabetes often have vaginal infections due to yeast or candid.The pain associated with this disorder could make it difficult to make sexual relations.The key to treating these complications, above all, goes through the proper control of glucose by modifying the lifestyle (diet and exercise), the cessation of smoking and the appropriate use of oral medication and insulin.
Also, together with a correct control of the pathology, the awareness of this complication of diabetes also concerns health professionals, since it is they who must detect the problem and refer the patient to the pertinent specialist.
In the opinion of the president of Fede, Andoni Lorenzo, "we must have a 360 degree vision on diabetes and, we must enhance diabetological education, both in patients and professionals, because despite the fact that sexual problems derived from diabetes do not causeDeath as if they can do renal failure or cardiovascular disease, they generate suffering in patients that we can avoid through adequate diagnosis. "