Hypertension/High Blood Pressure Health Center

High Blood Pressure Harms Women's Sexual Function, Too

Vital Information:

• High blood pressure has been known to affect sexual function in men, but new research shows it also may cause sexual problems for women.
• Women with high blood pressure are more likely to report a decrease in vaginal lubrication, less frequent orgasm, and more frequent pain during intercourse, compared to women with normal blood pressure.
• Experts advise anyone with sexual problems to talk to their physicians, as it may be related to a variety of medical conditions.