statins might decrease libido or cause erectile dysfunction

Some men are hearing that statins might decrease libido or cause erectile dysfunction.

Testosterone and other steroids are formed from cholesterol.

It makes sense that lowering cholesterol COULD decrease testosterone production and lead to sexual problems.

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