men s health issues
Overview of Sexual Function and Dysfunction in Men
Sexual Activity and Heart Disease
Sexual activity is generally less taxing than moderate to heavy physical activity and is therefore usually safe for men with heart disease. Although the risk of a heart attack is higher during sexual activity than it is during rest, the risk is still very low during sexual activity. Nevertheless, sexually active men with disorders of the heart and cardiovascular system (which include angina, high blood pressure, heart failure, abnormal heart rhythms, and blockage of the aortic valve [aortic stenosis]) need to consult their doctor. Usually, sexual activity is safe if the disease is mild, if it causes few symptoms, and if blood pressure is normal. If the disease is moderate in severity or if the man has other conditions that make a heart attack likely, testing may be necessary to determine how safe sexual activity is. If the disease is severe or if the man has an enlarged heart that blocks the flow of blood leaving the left ventricle (obstructive cardiomyopathy), sexual activity should be deferred until after treatment reduces the severity of the symptoms. People should ask their doctor how soon after a heart attack they should resume sexual activity. The American Heart Association advises that sexual activity may be resumed as early as 1 week after a heart attack if mild to moderate physical activity causes no chest pain or shortness of breath. Use ofsildenafil,vardenafil,avanafil, ortadalafilis dangerous in men takingnitroglycerinbecause blood pressure may become dangerously low. Most often, testing to determine the safety of sexual activity involves monitoring the heart for signs of poor blood supply while the man is exercising on a treadmill. If the blood supply is adequate during exercise, a heart attack during sexual activity is very unlikely. 