Should PDE5Is be prescribed routinely for all men with newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes?
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https://doi.org/10.15277/bjdvd.2015.054Abstract
Diabetes and erectile dysfunction are closely associated. It is good that there is now more awareness of the issue, especially given the strong link to heightened cardiovascular risk. This article challenges current practice and explores the routine use of phosphodiesterase inhibitors.References
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