Drugs used to treat high blood pressure, anxiety, depression, and peptic ulcers can cause impotence. If you have signs of impotence and take drugs for any of these problems, let your doctor know. Do not stop taking your medication without telling your doctor. Drinking too much alcohol can also cause problems with impotence. And smoking is never a good idea for anyone with diabetes.
Smoking makes blood vessel damage worse.
It also slows down blood flow. Ask your doctor how you can improve your blood glucose levels. Good diabetes control can help you avoid diabetic nerve and blood vessel disease and kidney disease. If you have signs of impotence, talk to your doctor. This is an important problem that will affect your quality of life.