With hyperthyroidism, 48% to 77% had low libido, erectile dysfunction, and premature ejaculation.
Thyroid and Males vs. Thisautoimmune disorderruns in families and causes your immune system to attack and damage your thyroid gland.
Or, the effects are attributed toobesity, smoking, diabetes, or other health factors.
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The treatment tends to be the same for males and females, but the dosages can differ.
This can take time, however.
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Treatment options for erectile dysfunction, low libido, delayed ejaculation, or premature ejaculation may help.
If you are still having difficulties, it’s possible that your medications need to be adjusted.
The diagnosis and treatment of thyroid disease are the same in males and females.
However, symptoms in males are sometimes missed because thyroid dysfunction is far more common in females.
Symptoms like ED also can occur in older males without thyroid disease.
Talk with your healthcare provider if you have concerns about thyroid function.
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