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High blood pressure dangers: Hypertension's effects on your body

Sexual conditions

People with high blood pressure are even more likely to have trouble getting and keeping an erection, called erectile dysfunction. That's because limited blood flow caused by high blood pressure can block blood from flowing to the penis.

High blood pressure also can reduce blood flow to the vagina. Less blood flow to the vagina can lead to less sexual desire or arousal, vaginal dryness, or trouble having orgasms.