10 Myelopathy Symptoms
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Sexual Dysfunction and Libido Loss
Sexual dysfunction and loss of libido, or a lowered sex drive, can be myelopathy symptoms for both men and women. Associated symptoms, such as weakness, loss of coordination and fatigue may be a cause of libido loss.
Damage to the spinal cord can lead to symptoms like numbness, tingling, weakness and altered sexual function. Men may experience erectile dysfunction because of myelopathy, though this can be due to either physical or psychological issues.8He, Shisheng, et al. ‘Improvement of Sexual Function in Male Patients Treated Surgically for Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy.’ Spine, vol. 31, no. 1, 2006, pp. 33-36
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