A morbidly obese male who undergoes bariatric surgery may experience an improvement in sexual function after recovering from the surgery.
Improvements may include:
(1) improvement in erectile function
(2) reduced depression
(3) improved self-image and self-esteem
(4) attractiveness to women
(5) increased sexual desire
Issues that may interfere with sexual function:
(1) large panniculus
(2) medications
(3) alcohol or substance abuse
(4) complications of diabetes
