Will my erectile dysfunction go away if I stop drinking?
In many cases, alcohol-induced erectile dysfunction can be reversible when you reduce or stop drinking. However, the extent of recovery depends on factors including how long and heavily you've been drinking, your overall health, and any underlying medical conditions. If the damage to your nerves and blood vessels from chronic heavy drinking has become severe, some of the erectile dysfunction may be irreversible.
Key points:
- Short-term erectile dysfunction from occasional heavy drinking typically resolves once alcohol leaves your system.
- Long-term heavy drinking can cause permanent damage to nerves and blood vessels that may not fully recover even after quitting.
- Recovery depends on the severity and duration of your alcohol use and your individual health factors.
- Consulting a healthcare professional can help determine whether your erectile dysfunction is reversible and guide your next steps.
This text has been fact-checked for accuracy by Sorin Romaniuc, Pharmacist at medino.