Can you have sex if you have a chronic disease? Malaysian expert advises couples to carry on | Malay Mail

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KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 10 — It is a known fact that there is an increasing number of Malaysians with various chronic illnesses such as diabetes, heart disease and hypertension. Many people diagnosed with chronic illnesses (also known as non-communicable diseases or NCDs) often feel great grief and to...

Friday, 10 Jan 2020 04:23 PM MYTA study found people with chronic illnesses find it difficult to carry on with their regular sex life. — Unsplash.com pic

Although many chronic NCDs such as diabetes, cardiovascular conditions and organ failure may be debilitating, Dr Lee said most patients can maintain their regular sex life with adequate control of the disease. “For example, couples who can tolerate several flights of stairs can usually put up with the stamina required for sex,” he said, adding that there is absolutely no risk of transmission for NCDs as the name implies.

He also regretted that many couples have the fear of worsening their chronic condition with regular sexual activities, which often leads to sexual avoidance and diminished self-confidence. “Disease awareness and knowledge will also allow the patients to understand how the condition can impact on sex life.

“This will in turn result in the narrowing of blood vessels to the penis, causing erectile dysfunction,” he said.

 

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Honestly you don’t need an expert to tell you that because that is your life. You can do whatever you wish especially when you are in your bedroom. Duh...

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