Dr. Farhad Sigari | Del Rey MD
Dr. Farhad Sigari | Del Rey MD
- Chronic sinusitis affects 28.9 million American adults, or 11% of the adult population.
- Balloon sinuplasty is the procedure most often recommended for people with chronic sinusitis.
- There are many symptoms associated with chronic sinusitis, including erectile dysfunction.
"Sinus and breathing problems can affect a person's overall quality of life, including their sexual health," Dr. Sigari told the LA Harbor News. "Sleep plays a crucial role in hormonal regulation, and disruptions in sleep patterns can impact the release of hormones that are essential for sexual function and overall well-being. While this topic may not be commonly discussed, it's essential to recognize the far-reaching effects that sinus and breathing issues can have on various aspects of a person's life, including their intimate relationships and sexual satisfaction."
Erectile dysfunction, which the National Institutes of Health defines as “the inability to attain and maintain an erection of sufficient quality to permit satisfactory sexual intercourse,” affects approximately 5% of men in the United States, according to the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI). A study using data from more than one million people from Taiwan’s National Health Insurance Research Database (NHIRD) found that chronic rhinosinusitis can put patients at increased risk for erectile dysfunction. According to the report, treating rhinosinusitis surgically significantly decreased the risk of erectile dysfunction in patients.
Yahoo Sports reported that men who suffer from chronic sinusitis are as much as 50% more likely to be impotent compared to men who do not suffer from sinusitis, citing a report from Kaohsiung University in Taiwan. The study found that when sinusitis inflames the lining of the sinuses, it causes the blood vessels in men's genitals to restrict blood flow.
While some people might turn to medication to try to alleviate their sinus symptoms, medications such as Sudafed or other cold medications can also cause erectile dysfunction, according to Men's Journal.
Erectile dysfunction can be caused by a mix of physical and psychological issues. Often, there are underlying issues associated with erectile dysfunction, and those can be helped by seeing a doctor, according to the Mayo Clinic.
According to Del Rey MD's website, Dr. Farhad Sigari obtained his bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering from the University of California, San Diego, where he conducted research on heart disease. He attended Chicago Medical School, earning degrees in medicine, applied physiology, and pathology. During this time, Sigari received recognition, including the Dean's Award and the Alpha Omega Alpha Award. Following this, he completed his surgical internship training, specializing in otolaryngology and head and neck surgery, at the University of Chicago Hospital.
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