Erotic stimulation and heart problems
Question
Hi!
This question is sort of sexual. I was using TENS unit to stimulate my penis and then, after 5-8 months i noticed heart problems (symptoms of sinus arrhythmia). So, my question is can erotic stimulation be the cause of this symptoms? (sorry for my bad english)
Answer ( 1 )
Hello,
Thank you for trusting your health query to our service.
Now, to understand the side effects of TENS unit, we should have a look at how it works:
This unit uses electro-stimulation, thus, stimulating penis for erection during sexual behaviour. The most important thing is where you place the electrodes.
If you place them on penis or genital area, then, so far no problems with circulation has been reported so far.
However, sometimes, the electrodes might be used on nipples for best erection. This is the most dangerous place for TENS unit as this might alter the work of the heart causing arrhythmia problems.
This is what I think might have happened to you.
However, I need to know if you had any other heart problem before (pacemaker placement before? heart disease?).
This is because people with such heart problems are not advised to use this TENS unit to prevent problems with heart conductory issues (as in your case).
If such sinus bradichardia has been occurring recently, should stop using TENS unit and run a few cardiac tests:
EKG
echocardiograme
Holter monitoring
Hope this helped. Looking forward to have the requested information.
Dr.Albana