Getting a diagnosis of heart disease might set up a rush of thoughts regarding how the condition can affect intimacy. First of all, the good news is that if you have heart disease, you are very capable of leading a normal, satisfying sex life. You may have to change certain things, however. One study indicates that between 60% and 87% of persons with heart disease report experiencing difficulty in the bedroom; at least 20% of them link these problems to their heart condition. Knowing why issues arise and what dangers sex has for your heart can enable you to maintain normal sexual activity.
Although many people with heart disease fear sex might cause a heart attack, the American Heart Association (AHA) notes this is unlikely if you are in stable health. Likewise, for people whose illness has stabilized, sex most likely won’t induce angina or other cardiac problems or chest discomfort. Dr. Randy Gould, a cardiologist at Manhattan Cardiology in New York City, has some specific advice to patients about this subject. Read the article.
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