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    Is it possible to have sex with hypertension and what you should know



    Having sex with hypertension is often difficult. Problems can occur in both women and men. Some of the hypertensive patients still manage to enjoy intimacy, but the excitement about whether this is possible or not does not leave.

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    High blood pressure in men can cause problems with potency.

    This is because hypertension gradually leads to vascular damage that restricts blood flow. The amount of blood that is insufficient for a full erection begins to flow into the penis. This problem is quite common in hypertensive patients.

    For many men, even one failure in bed can cause fear that it will happen again, which is why they begin to avoid intimacy. This significantly spoils the relationship with the second half.

    Upset guy and girl

    With high blood pressure, problems can arise not only with erection, but also with ejaculation and sexual desire. Sometimes sex is worsened by medications that are prescribed to treat hypertension.

    High blood pressure can make sex worse for women, too.

    Hypertension reduces blood flow to the genitals, which in some women causes difficulty with arousal and orgasm.

    To make sex better, you can use lubricants and a long foreplay.

    In any case, if high blood pressure affects sex, you should not be shy and discuss all problems with your doctor.

    What medications interfere with erectile function

    Problems with potency cause some drugs that are used to treat hypertension.

    These side effects are:

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    1. Diuretics. These drugs reduce blood flow to the penis, which causes erection difficulties. They also lead to the destruction of zinc, which is very important for men's health.
    2. Beta blockers. These drugs can slow down the nerve reaction that brings the penis into a state of arousal. They can also negatively affect blood circulation in the genitals.

    To reduce the effect of these drugs on sex, it is necessary to use them, strictly observing the dosage and duration of treatment. If severe side effects occur, it is necessary to discuss with the doctor the possibility of replacing the drug with another one.

    Danger of high blood pressure sex

    Not all men with hypertension have problems with potency. But whether it is possible to continue to enjoy intimacy worries everyone.

    With high blood pressure, sex increases the risk of a stroke or heart attack. But such a danger can be avoided if care is taken.

    Hypertension patients should pay attention to the following recommendations:

    Man and woman

    • It is better to refrain from sexual activity on days when the pressure rises especially strongly.
    • Too active and prolonged sex is a stress for any organism, and even more so with high blood pressure.
    • During sex, it is better not to use positions in which the head is tilted down.

    All experts say that it is not only possible to have sex in moderation, but it is necessary even with increased pressure.

    Serious deterioration in well-being due to sexual contact with high blood pressure is not common, but it still happens. In this case, problems may not arise immediately, but, for example, the next day. If this happens, then you need to have sex a little less often and not too intensely.

    Excitement of hypertension can also contribute to the deterioration of well-being. Many are afraid that the pressure will rise. Stress leads to this. Therefore, you should not worry too much, it will only spoil the pleasure of intimacy and aggravate the course of the disease.

    Most experts are inclined to believe that sex is not a contraindication for hypertension.

    Drugs that do not violate erectile function

    Stroke

    Not having sex with hypertension is not an option. But not being treated, so that there is no side effect in the form of erectile dysfunction, is also not the best idea. After all, sooner or later, a heart attack or stroke can strike.

    Fortunately, modern pharmaceutical companies have developed a number of drugs that are prescribed for high blood pressure, but do not affect potency.

    These include:

    1. Ring channel blockers. These drugs are used to dilate blood vessels.
    2. Angiotensin receptor blockers.
    3. Alpha blockers.

    In order for the doctor to correctly prescribe the drug, he needs to be informed about all the drugs and traditional medicine used at that time. In some cases, problems with potency can be caused by combinations of medicines with certain medicinal herbs.

    If the specialist claims that the decrease in sexual activity is a temporary side effect, it is necessary to stop using the drug for a while. But at the same time it is necessary to control the pressure.

    Tablets "Viagra"

    If at elevated pressure there are problems with potency, you can seek help from drugs that improve erection. Such properties are possessed by Viagra, Levitra, Cialis. But before using them, you need to discuss this with your doctor. Usually this combination is quite safe.

    Do not deny yourself the pleasure of having sex, even if your blood pressure is above normal. The main thing is not to forget about the sense of proportion. And not too frequent intimacy without additional experiences and extreme stress will only benefit health.

    And you can reduce blood pressure and improve the quality of your sex life if you stop smoking, eat right, exercise regularly and solve the problem of excess weight. This will greatly speed up your recovery.

    Article author: Kristina Borisova
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    Is it possible to have sex with hypertension and what you should know