The most common type of sexual problem in men is erectile dysfunction (sometimes known as impotence). This is when you can't get or keep an erection – early signs could be if you start to lose your morning erection. Men with diabetes are 3x more likely to have trouble getting or keeping an erection.
As mentioned previously, a tight foreskin that cannot be pulled back to expose the head of the penis (phimosis) can be the first clinical sign of diabetes in uncircumcised men. At least 25% of men with this problem have underlying diabetes.
Poorly controlled blood sugar levels can damage small blood vessels and nerves. Damage to the nerves that control sexual stimulation and response can impede a man's ability to achieve an erection firm enough to have sexual intercourse. Reduced blood flow from damaged blood vessels can also contribute to ED.
Conclusion: Diabetes can be associated with acquired phimosis in almost a third of cases, and 12% of men presenting with acquired phimosis and no history of diabetes were diagnosed with a disorder of glycaemic control.
While there are several different causes of balanitis, underlying medical conditions such as uncontrolled diabetes have been associated with balanitis. The genital irritation prompts patients to seek medical evaluation, and at that point diabetes is diagnosed.
In addition to ED, nerve damage from diabetes can cause other problems for men, including: Overactive bladder (needing to urinate often, urinating often at night, leaking urine) Male incontinence (leaking urine) Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
Physical issues like heart disease, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, and smoking can all cause erectile dysfunction. On the other hand, depression, anxieties, stress, relationship problems, and other mental health concerns can also interfere with sexual feelings.
Erectile dysfunction, or impotence, is a problem for some men, but it is more common in men with type 1 diabetes. You may experience short-term episodes of impotence, but for about one in 10 men the problem may continue. You may also experience problems with their libido.
Balanoposthitis. This occurs when the glans and the foreskin are inflamed. This inflammation of both foreskin and glans make the foreskin tighter. Although a yeast infection known as candidiasis is often to blame, bacterial or other types of infections can also cause balanoposthitis.
Phimosis is caused by an infection and high blood sugar levels as a result of diabetes may provide a breeding ground for infection. Treatment for phimosis will typically involve a topical steroid cream which can help to reduce the tightness.
The symptoms of type 2 diabetes vary from person to person but may include:More thirst.More hunger (especially after eating)Dry mouth.Nausea and occasional vomiting.Frequent urination.Fatigue (weak, tired feeling)Blurred vision.Numbness or tingling of the hands or feet.More items...•
Treatments for a tight foreskin antibiotics if the foreskin or head of the penis is infected. surgery – removal of the foreskin (circumcision) or a procedure where small cuts are made in the tip of the foreskin so it can be pulled back more easily (usually only suitable for children)