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    Can type 2 diabetes cause impotence in men?

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    Carolien Koreneff

    Counsellor, Credentialled Diabetes Educator (CDE), Diabetes Educator, Psychotherapist, Registered Nurse

    Carolien Koreneff is a Somatic (body-oriented) psychotherapist, Health Coach, Counsellor as well as a Credentialed Diabetes Educator with over 20 years experience. She currently sees … View Profile

    It can indeed. Impotence can affect people with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. People living with diabetes are at risk of developing microvascular and macrovascular complications. To be able to get an erection you need vascular dilation of the penis. If there are any problems with the blood vessels, that can affect the potency of the man.
    If you are experiencing any difficulties I strongly encourage you to speak to your doctor or healthcare professional. This is not an easy thing to do, I understand this. But the only way they can help you is by you reporting that you have a problem in this area. There are treatments available.

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