| diabetes and sex
Posted: 12/24/2006 11:22:53 AM | If you would please, suggest to your BF, OP, that he obtain and begin to supplement with the following:
low dose B vitamin
zinc, selenium, manganese, magnesium citrate
taurine and inositol
vitamin C and D (from omega-3 fat fish oils - good quality, not the walmart crap)
sam-e
And to his diet, he should be using nonwheat grain fiber and glucosamine, as well as a fiber supplement, and a fiber-rich vegetable (very modest fruit intake, mostly berries). Low fat, moderate protein diet, fat supplied primarily by omega-3 fats and olive oil. He should also be using whey protein, a probiotic supplement, and no sugar added plain yogurt (added to the whey protein shake). Lots of water as well.
In a few months, he should see a definite reduction in his diabetic neuropathy and ED.
You can PM me for details if you wish.
Now why would I recommend these supplements?
Because I understand the etiology of this disease, and of obesity, very well.
I know the microbial disturbances in the gut that precede and accompany these metabolic syndromes, as well as the antecedent disturbance of liver, brain, pancreas and muscle cell receptor biochemistry. And I understand symptom reversal as well.
I presume you want a physical solution to ED, rather than hand-holding empathy. | |
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Posted: 12/26/2006 8:06:11 AM | Sobient,,,I respectfully disagree that diabetic neuropathy can be reduced. Neuropathy is not reversable neither can it be reduced. Neuropathy cannot be treated only the burning,hurting and at times the excruciating pain can be treated. Neuropathy kills nerves in legs,feet,hands,arms and through out the entire body. Nerve damage of any kind cannot be repaired only the pain and in many cases not even the pain can be controlled.
Symptoms are affects from the root of the problem...Symptoms are nothing more than pain,burning and hurting. Symptoms cannot be reversed only treated and with Neuropathy the symptoms worsen as the diabetes worsens. You have to reverse the root of the symptom before the symphtom can be reversed.
Example. say you break your arm,do they reverse the pain or repair the break? If only the symptom,the break is still there and the pain continues.
Also,for those that need to know about this side affect caused by diabetes ,classes are available as are diabetic classes.
Diabetes is the primary cause for nerve damage......Lesson #1 all diabetics should learn,especially if you have Neuropathy,your toes and feet are the primary targets for this. Numbness and swelling, Numbness is very dangerous to the feet because many that have Neuropathy lose toes ,feet and legs because infection usually starts in the toes and works it's way upward. This is why it's important to protect the feet.
If your feet become numb and your not wearing the proper shoe you can get a serious infection that can cause the loss of toes and or feet.
Stepping on a sharp object that penterates into the foot is dangerous if the feet are numb...
My advice to any diabetic keep a very close watch on the feet and do keep regular doctor visits.
Endocrinologist are the specialist in this field. They are specialist in all blood diseases and diabetes is a blood disorder caused when the Pancreases is not functioning proper. | |
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Posted: 1/2/2007 1:49:19 AM | | I'm a diabetic and have the same problem but found a Doctor at the Boston Medical Group that provided a solution. While not perfect and rather expensive, it is a solution. It involves an injection of a mixture of 4 drugs and results in an erection that lasts about 45 minutes.....more than long enough to get the desired results. The one drawback that I have found is that some women are rather hurt by the fact that there isn't a spontainious erection during heavy makeout sessions. Its as if they think they aren't desireable when in fact they are.....its a physical thing not a mental thing and has to do with blood flow and penile valves closing correctly. Sort of on the same level as a woman losing her ability to lubricate properly after menopause......just a fact of live you work around. | |
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Posted: 1/2/2007 7:52:07 AM | Well now, as a male living with type2 Diabetes I may at times have problems. However I try to reduce these by managing my diet, having an injection of Prosteglandin (For Androgin Deficiency) every three weeks, use Viagra when needed, (which is not all the time), Use Asprin Therapy to to thin the blood and increase flow, Magnesium ororate, and Fish Oil capsules.
I once tried the injections, the result was that I ended up in Hospital having to be drained by syringe. Now that was painful.
As for baseing a relationship on ones ability to please in the sexual sense, my wife used my condition as one of her "Excuses" for leaving. To my mind, Love is finite if it is real. Intercourse is just a way of confirming a bond between two people, the cream on top of the cake. And if one is serious in a relationship, there are other ways other than penetration to give pleasure. | |
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Posted: 1/14/2007 8:30:32 AM | | Thank you, especially to the men with this condition for responding. My man friend had another setback/complication that requires some type of procedure/surgery for a varicose vein. Despite not becoming erect, we've discovered that he can still orgasm and ejaculate. He has mastered another form of pleasuring me and until he's able to find what works for him in order to become erect (after his procedure) I'm still purring like a kitten. He's a keeper. | |
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Posted: 1/14/2007 3:45:21 PM | | I am 44,insulin dependent diabetic since 18yrs old...and have absolutely no problem getting it up. Now with that said...to only MY disadvantage,I do find it difficulty sometimes having an orgasm,but like I said...only to my disadvantage,the women love it. I think it differs with each person,taking care of oneself and keeping the blood sugars within the proper range is very important for a diabetic. | |
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Posted: 1/15/2007 4:03:53 AM | | I am a diabetic. I use insulin, and take pills. BUT, I do not have a problem with E/D. I let women know that I am a diabetic when we meet or chat, just in case my sugar should take a dump while on a date, or even during sex. Diabetes sucks, but it can be lived with. | |
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Posted: 1/15/2007 6:16:38 PM | | Sorry to ask a stupid question,but what is E/D?Early Deliverance? | |
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Posted: 1/25/2007 3:12:31 PM | Well, I'll be damned. My beau just broke it off with me over a political debate. I'm stunned. All the concessions I made over his ED, and he dumps me because I disagreed with one of his political stances. WTF??!!!
Whatever. No more impotent bf's for me. | |
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Posted: 1/26/2007 7:59:23 AM |
Well, I'll be damned. My beau just broke it off with me over a political debate. I'm stunned. All the concessions I made over his ED, and he dumps me because I disagreed with one of his political stances. WTF??!!!
Whatever. No more impotent bf's for me.
Keeper of fire, don't you think your last message is sort of a crappy indicment against some damn good men?
If he dumped you because of Political reasons and you meet a guy that has one as hard as archaic alloy steel are you going to come back on here and say no more Archaic Alloy Steel hard ones because you were dumped over political disagreements?
Hog puke!!!!!!! | |
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Posted: 1/26/2007 12:17:14 PM | I am reading this thread with sorrow  . Diabetes took the life of my man's dad. I just asked him about it andif he had a predisposition to it and he said he doesnt think so. Last weekend, well, he had a few difficulties but prevailed in the end. But the good thing is I will adore him no matter what. You could chop ALL his limbs off and I still would. THis is just saddening because my heart goes out to him. I dont think its a primary issue for him now but who knows what the future holds for him. Just the thought of any of the problems must be heartbreaking for him. He's 37. | |
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Posted: 1/26/2007 1:29:52 PM | Lol Tticker,
Nah, I was just feeling bitter. I overlooked something many women wouldn't, and then was dumped over a political disagreement which seemed like a minor issue.
I'd never swear off men with Alloy Steel hard ones. In fact, I'd overlook a lot of their flaws if they had that going on... | |
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Posted: 11/26/2007 7:31:39 AM | | Sex with a diabetic (be they male or female) is precarious. Diabetic women get lots of yeast infections, and diabetic men generally end up impotent. If your partner is diabetic, plan on loving them for them, and pretty much forget about sex. | |
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Posted: 3/9/2008 9:23:53 PM | | I was recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and was prescribed Metformin. I have not really had any problems getting erections but I am concerned if the medication might cause impotence down the road. At the moment trying to get in the best possible shape I can. Is diabetes reversable if i swicth to a healthy lifestyle? | |
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Posted: 3/9/2008 10:30:20 PM | | Vigorous exercise and a vegetarian diet plus tight glucose control can eliminate type ii diabetes, not sure about type i. I hear that the peripheral vascular changes can be reversed. Diabetes is the leading cause of impotence, though. | |
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Posted: 3/9/2008 10:35:14 PM | denny ~~ it may be if you're serious enough. Start with Atkins, but use the web: there is a ton of stuff out there: read it all. Also, check out/read up and buy Maitake SX. . . .
That said, I'd like to object once again to the idea of sex as poking and being poked. There is infinitely more than that, and if that's what one is settling for, pity.
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Posted: 3/10/2008 1:28:12 AM | ATKINS? ARE YOU SH*TTING ME.
The atkins diet is the worst thing to do depending on what your diabetic situation is. You want to avoid high cholesterol high fat diets like atkins and high protein if you are already developing renal problems. You should limit certain carbs, high index carbs and have a balanced diet with proper portioning. Your body needs carbs, just the right ones. The ADA website is a good place to start to learn about this if you want to brush up on the diabetic diet.
It sounds as if your hubby is doing a good job managing his diabetes. Especially if he looks good with a fit body, exercises and manages his diabetes through diet at 44. Unfortunately there will be times when ED happens to him. However if ED is starting to happen and it is the diabetes that is causing it, there are probably other symptoms cropping up as well.
It is my experience in the field of health and prevention that sometimes it is the most simple thing. You know many men have ED at 44 in a new relationship that don't have diabetes. Have you thought that it could be totally unrelated? You know stress and over thinking it and too much pressure can lead to ED no matter age or health condition.
As far as being tested for hormone levels, the doctor usually does this among other tests before prescribing someone a medication for sexual dysfunction. Especially a diabetic. If hormonal/chemical imbalance were the case you would know already.
He can avoid many symptoms mentioned by just making wise decisions with his health. I see diabetes type I and II most everyday. Diabetes is one of the disorders that can be managed easily with lifestyle changes and good habits. | |
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Posted: 3/17/2008 4:35:43 PM | | There is a lot of stuff to learn about diabetes, but I don't think its a death sentence unless a person ignores the symptoms and the disease. Its good there is impotence drugs that can help. | |
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Posted: 3/17/2008 4:50:09 PM | Hi!
I can honestly tell you that the best sex I ever had was with a man that could not retain an erection. The whole night was magical, you don't need penetration to reach multi organs. Trust me if you have a good lover, you can see fire works all night long. It takes time, but it can be achieved, trust me!!!!!!!!!! Give him another chance. Good luck | |
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Posted: 3/17/2008 5:09:45 PM |
ATKINS? ARE YOU SH*TTING ME.
No. Not really. Personal experience: After being diagnosed with CHF, and pre-diabetic, with cholesterol of 247, blood pressure of 190/110, fasting blood sugar 110, I went on Atkins. In the five years I've been on Atkins, my cholesterol has dropped to 173, blood pressure to 120/90, fasting blood sugar to 93. I've also lost 70 pounds. My doctors have backed off the CHF diagnosis, and I'm now diagnosed with a floppy heart valve (MVP), with no meds.
As I'm sure you are aware, the cholesterol numbers that show up in blood tests are a result of what your liver produces, not what you ingest.
Since belly fat seems to be the main/first problem for diabetics (type II) since it increases insulin resistance, losing it often will put someone back to the the pre-diabetic range. Given the horrific side effects of ALL diabetes medicines, it would seem like a better place to be.
My fella, who's been type II for 25 years, is just beginning to change his diet from the doctor/diabetes industry one, and has already come back down the scale on his kidney diagnosis. Aside from that, I have several friends who stay completely medication free with the use of Atkins.
To rule it out without investigation, is going to leave the diabetic in a very difficult position: a virtual slave of big pharma. And not to his own betterment, either.
Perhaps if the medical establishment actually DID the investigation, instead of relying on the popular media, Atkins would have a better public reputation. And many fewer peeps would be losing their race against Type II. Pity, that. . . .
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Posted: 3/17/2008 5:38:39 PM | Diabetes affects individuals differently but the fact is most men who have this chronic disease will at some point in their lives suffer from impotence. This is even more prevelant when a man has had the disease for a long period of time. Diabetes affects the nerves and causes what is known as neuropathy. It can affect the legs, leading to poor circulation and can also lead to the loss of sufficent blood flow to the penis when needed.
If you are serious about continuing this relationship, and I hope that this disease does not deter you from that, it is important that you research all the options and medical treatments available. Sex does not always have to be how hard he can get it, but more importantly, how he can please you as a woman. That may be all he is looking for and if it is, lucky you!
There are worse things in life than a man who can not always perform in the bedroom. Just be grateful he has a tongue that works and fingers that want to explore and wants to be with you. Imagine how life would suck if you didn't have that. | |
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Posted: 3/18/2008 10:57:47 PM |
No. Not really. Personal experience: After being diagnosed with CHF, and pre-diabetic, with cholesterol of 247, blood pressure of 190/110, fasting blood sugar 110, I went on Atkins. In the five years I've been on Atkins, my cholesterol has dropped to 173, blood pressure to 120/90, fasting blood sugar to 93. I've also lost 70 pounds. My doctors have backed off the CHF diagnosis, and I'm now diagnosed with a floppy heart valve (MVP), with no meds
The real pity is you let your body get that far through obvious abuse of crappy lifestyle choices. It isn't the atkins, it is the lack of the bs you used to obviously consume. Cutting carbs is bad for anyone since your entire body runs on them, especially your brain and metabolic processes. You need to take out high glycemic index carbs and crap carbs but you really need to consume fruits and wheats for a healthy balanced diet. It is very obvious you have a serious problem with balancing anything if you made such a rapid change by replacing it with another extreme diet.
If you fixed yourself through some mediocre diet that can cause serious problems since it is high in cholesterol, low in good carbs your body needs, then that means you were a trainwreck to start with. Imagine what would happen to you if you actually chose a basic healthy balanced diet and exercised, if atkins works for you.
As I'm sure you are aware, the cholesterol numbers that show up in blood tests are a result of what your liver produces, not what you ingest.
If you are going to make a medical argument please be aware of the science. Your liver is basically the synergist of most metabolic processes. Metabolism and homeostasis relies on many factors. Often what you consume is a very very big one as well as environment and genetics. Your cholesterol being that high then dropping is a sign you are ingesting alot of crap greasy food, not exercising among other bad habits. If your cholesterol levels are high and stay high regardless of balanced diet, low saturated fats, consuming many good fats, exercise then chances are it is genetic. Obviously this is not the case with you.
]Since belly fat seems to be the main/first problem for diabetics (type II)..........
I do agree that there is a real problem with diabetes medications. In many cases it isn't that diabetes means the pancreas stops working....it is more just misfunctioning. Training your pancreas to rely on medications to do its job is a very bad idea. Obviously this also causes a slew of other problems. In some cases well portioned good diet, exercise and low stress have actually made many not need to rely on these medications. However Atkins is walking a slippery slope. You need to still take in healthy meals, not greasy salty meals that lack carbs and are too high of protein. Especially if there is a kidney problem already.
To rule it out without investigation, is going to leave the diabetic in a very difficult position: a virtual slave of big pharma. And not to his own betterment, either.
You sound like you are in a cult. Obviously there is an even better choice then these. It is called eating well portioned balanced diet and getting off your lazy butt. It is pretty simple idea, you just have to have enough willpower to do it.
Perhaps if the medical establishment actually DID the investigation, instead of relying on the popular media, Atkins would have a better public reputation. And many fewer peeps would be losing their race against Type II. Pity, that. . . .
Yes your so right (sarcasm). Nothing is ever medically studied especially a text book fad diet that is something you learn about in 1st year health and nutrition one that existed long before atkins took it and put his name on it. He didn't create it, he just made it popular in your popular media you are referring to! You should get out more. | |
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Posted: 3/20/2008 10:07:46 AM | Last thing, Congestive heart failure is most likely more of a symptom of all the issues you had. Mitral Valve Prolapse usually is a genetic heart condition if I remember correctly. With both of these conditions you really shouldn't be taking any medications unless you end up with endocarditis or some other infection. In fact you need to stay away from most stimulants and medications in general....as well as high cholesterol fat and salts.
Diabetics don't always have the affordability to not take medications. They shouldn't be used as a crutch, but they are much more needed more often than not in comparison to your condition. Though you maybe able to get away with doing atkins it isn't recommendable for anyone to do this with metabolic or systemic conditions. If I found out any diabetic I work with was on it I would jump their crap and put them back on the diabetic diet. A fad diet or extreme unbalanced diets like that cause a slew of health problems in the long run one of those problems being erectile dysfunction. | |
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Posted: 3/20/2008 3:37:53 PM |
Sex with a diabetic (be they male or female) is precarious. Diabetic women get lots of yeast infections,
I was insulin resistant for 20 years due to PCOS and crossed over to diabetes 13 years ago. I take one small pill each day and religiously watch what I eat.
I have never, ever had a yeast infection, let alone "lots" of yeast infections.
OP, I'm sorry to hear he dumped you over something so trivial. Better to find out now before you've invested years in the relationship. | |
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