Painkillers threaten men impotent

Taking opioid painkillers men are 50% more likely to become victims of erectile dysfunction. This is the conclusion of American scientists from Oregon Health & Science University.

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If a man regularly takes him to the doctor prescribed painkillers from the group opioids , It has a higher risk of becoming a victim Erectile Dysfunction . American scientists have found that chronic administration of opioids, including codeine, negative impact on men's abilities. For example, 19% of men who received significant doses   opioids   for at least four months later we had problems in bed.

And the men in the control group who were not taking Opioids , The number of victims of erectile dysfunction was only 7%. Thus, the risk of losing real joy of sex while taking opioids increased by 50% compared with those who receive less powerful painkillers, or does not take any medication.

The most common prescription pain relievers among the group of opioids are hydrocodone, oxycodone and morphine. In a study of American scientists attended 11 thousand men suffering from chronic back pain. Also, we found out that men over age 60 were significantly more likely victims   Erectile Dysfunction Than younger.

Incidentally, erection problems it's not the only problem opioid. Their regular intake can cause drug addiction, sleep problems, decreased production of hormones, as well as increase the risk of falls and fractures. Finally, there is the likelihood and deadly overdose. (READ MORE)

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