My Husband Is on Anti-Hypertensive Medication

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My Husband Is on
Anti-Hypertensive Medication

by Dr. Al Cooper and Dr. Coralie Scherer

Question: My husband is on anti-hypertensive medication and his doctor insists that it will have no effect on his sex drive. But I have noticed major differences. What can I do?

Either confront his doctor directly with your observations, requesting that he consider one of the newer medications for hypertension that do not have negative sexual side effects, or consult a doctor who is more comfortable dealing with the sexuality of men with hypertension. Many physicians are as uncomfortable dealing with sex as many other members of the population.

About the Author:

Dr. Al Cooper, was the clinical director at the San Jose Marital and Sexuality Centre (408-248-9737) and ran the training program for Counseling and Psychological Services at Stanford University. Dr. Cooper was internationally known for his work in sexuality.

Dr. Coralie Scherer coordinates online services for the Centre and specializes in sexual trauma, women's issues, and marital therapy.

Originally published
Revised 1/26/09 by Marlene M. Maheu, Ph.D.

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I have had recurring tornado dreams since about 2007. I started having these dreams when my relationship with my long-term highschool boyfriend started to get s

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