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Can diabetic patient can take viagra?
One of my friend diagnosed with diabetes 261 recently, his doubt is whether he can take viagra or not. If he takes what are the issues or complications can occur if any
What is advisable
Pls do give ur valuable suggestions and also pls tell what diet should follow to reduce without medication for diabetes
Sugar control is very important.If diet+exercise not enough..needs dose /medicine modification.
Next Steps
Viagra can be taken..If no heart issues
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Poorly controlled diabetes over time can lead to erectile dysfunction. However, there are other factors too, that may result in ED. Such as stress, etc.
in such cases, patient can use viagra or other medications on demand.
It is, however, contraindicated in patients with certain cardiac conditions that require nitrates for treatment.
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Glycaemic control and counselling would be helpful.
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