Category: Men's Health
Question: Hubby is 54 has diabetes and has difficulty in having an erection
What is causing this and a suggested remedy
Answer: Hello 

Erectile dysfunction is men like your husband above the age of 50 is quite common even more so in men with underlying conditions like diabetes Long standing diabetes cause damages to nerves vessels and muscles over time especially in people with poor blood sugar control and all together this can affect their erection 

Does he have trouble getting an erection or in keeping one Is there a reduced sexual desire 

Treatment depends on the general health status of the man compliance with his mediations presence of other chronic illnesses such as heart diseases and also ability to tolerate medications My advice therefore will be that you seek a physicians examination and subsequent treatment or you can chat a doctor privately for advice by using the chat option 

Meanwhile some lifestyle modifications that can help significantly include the following 

 Stop smoking and limit or cut out alcohol
 Lose excess pounds and include physical activity in your daily routine
 Ensure you take your medications regularly for better blood sugar control

Regards