Chronic Pain and Erectile Dysfunction: Mechanism, Treatment, and Future Perspective
https://doi.org/10.47836/mjmhs.20.1.38
- Author:
I Putu Eka Widyadharma
1
;
Eric Hartono Tedyanto
1
;
I Made Oka Adnyana
1
;
Ida Ayu Sri Wijayanti
1
Author Information
1. Department of Neurology, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Udayana, Bali, Indonesia
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
Chronic Pain, Erectile Dysfunction, Sexual Dysfunction
- From:Malaysian Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences
2024;20(No.1):304-311
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Erectile dysfunction is a problem with multiple causes and is challenging to diagnose. Chronic pain has been associated with erectile dysfunction in some studies. Chronic pain can be a potential direct or indirect cause of sexual
dysfunction. A decreased sexual desire due to restricted sexual activity in chronic pain can result in erectile dysfunction. Erectile dysfunction has been linked to migraines, chronic pain, and psychological factors. Multiple neurotransmitters may contribute to the pathophysiology of erectile dysfunction. Depression and anxiety, as well as painkillers
like pregabalin and opioids, can be indirect causes of erectile dysfunction. Numerous factors affect the occurrence
of erectile dysfunction; therefore, erectile dysfunction must be treated holistically.
- Full text:202409181133495502611.2024my1742.pdf
