Could my high blood pressure medication or Thyronorm 75 mcg be causing my recent erection issues, numbness in my right testicle, painful ejaculation, and low sex drive, and how can I safely improve my energy and sexual health? | Apollo Pharmacy

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Could my high blood pressure medication or Thyronorm 75 mcg be causing my recent erection issues, numbness in my right testicle, painful ejaculation, and low sex drive, and how can I safely improve my energy and sexual health?

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Could my high blood pressure medication or Thyronorm 75 mcg be causing my recent erection issues, numbness in my right testicle, painful ejaculation, and low sex drive, and how can I safely improve my energy and sexual health?

Asked by Male, 40 · 10 days ago

Vikas Singh

M Pharmacy

10 days ago

Certain high blood pressure medications can indeed cause erection issues and low sex drive. Thyronorm (levothyroxine) is less likely to cause these directly, though thyroid imbalances themselves can impact your energy. However, the numbness in your testicle and painful ejaculation are not typical medication side effects and require a physical evaluation by a doctor or urologist to rule out local nerve or prostate issues. Please do not stop your medications. I highly recommend discussing this with your doctor, who can safely adjust your treatment and investigate these symptoms.

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