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Common ED Drug Linked to Retina Risk

New study suggests sildenafil may slightly increase the risk of serous retinal detachment, though absolute risk remains very low

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Naveen Sankar S
Mar 08, 2026
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A large observational study suggests that men with erectile dysfunction who use sildenafil may have a higher relative risk of developing serous retinal detachment. However, the overall risk remains rare, affecting fewer than 1 in 2,000 users over a one-year period.

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Sildenafil is one of the most widely prescribed treatments for erectile dysfu…

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