Why Might Men Who Have a Heart Condition Be Warned

question 69

Multiple Choice

Why might men who have a heart condition be warned against taking Viagra?

• A) Viagra can cause the buildup of plaque in the arteries, leading to another heart attack.
• B) Viagra blocks the arteries to the heart in order to redirect blood to the penis.
• C) Blood pressure falls when Viagra directs blood flow to the penis.
• D) Viagra inhibits the immune system and this can open up the heart to increased infection rates.
• E) Viagra slows the beating of the heart and this could result in a heart attack.

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