Sexual Dysfunction in Diabetes Mellitus

The prevalence of diabetes is increasing worldwide. People with diabetes are at increased risk of development of sexual dysfunction, resulting in poor quality of life. In men, diabetes is associated with erectile dysfunction, and ejaculatory and desire disorders. In females with diabetes, dysfunction is seen in all the phases of the sexual response cycle. In addition to control of diabetes and associated risk factors, specific therapies are available currently for sexual dysfunction. Evaluation and treatment of sexual dysfunction improve diabetes-related complications like cardiovascular outcomes.