DON’T SUFFER IN SILENCE! THE 5 MOST COMMON SEXUAL PROBLEMS IN MEN

Are you worried about your sexual health and do not know what has gone wrong? Erectile dysfunction, premature and delayed ejaculation, loss of libido, and STIs are some of the problems that may be evident. 

Like any other situation you are likely to encounter, your sexual health can also be something you never expected. It is essential to check up on your sexual health issues, even if your problem is rooted in physical, psychological, or neurological reasons. You can always consider qualified practitioners or experts who will quickly give you a lasting solution. Realistically, most men barely seek medication attention when facing a sexual challenge. Generally, men are often guilty compared to women, making it challenging to get medical attention. Here is a guide to the 5 most common sexual problems in men.

Erectile Dysfunction

According to Gareri, P. et al (2014), erectile dysfunction is a common issue affecting men, and its popularity increases with age. Some men struggle to maintain or achieve a strong, harder, and long-lasting erection. Men with erectile dysfunction find it difficult to talk about it for fear of rejection and embarrassment.  

Erectile dysfunction does not happen naturally. The numerous causes of erectile dysfunction include anxiety, depression, stress, prostatitis, hypertension, diabetes, high blood pressure, and other related cardiovascular conditions. Generally, physical and psychological factors can be the root cause of erectile dysfunction. Erectile dysfunction can also be caused by age or diet. The things you eat can greatly affect your sexual health.

Premature Ejaculation

Premature ejaculation is something that can affect anyone, regardless of age. According to Raveendran, A. V., & Agarwal, A. (2021), premature ejaculation is a condition that affects 20-30% of men, leading to low self-esteem. This, in turn, lowers your sexual drive when you engage your partner intimately. It can be distressing for men, especially if it happens regularly. However, unlike other sexual problems, you can get help and make things better for desirable sexual performance. In most cases, premature ejaculation is caused by abnormalities in neurotransmitters and testosterone levels. This makes someone ejaculate sooner than expected.

Premature ejaculation can also be caused by reflexes. Checking your urethra and prostate inflammation levels can help prevent premature ejaculation. This sexual problem is not something that will diminish on its own. Therefore, consider having regular checkups to keep your sexual health on point. 

Delayed Ejaculation 

Delayed ejaculation is different and the worst sexual problem. Abdel-Hamid, I. A., & Ali, O. I. (2018) defined delayed ejaculation, also known as inhibited ejaculation, as a condition whereby one has a delay or is unable to achieve ejaculation. This is the worst experience to go through. The purpose of arousal and intimacy is to achieve awesome orgasms and ejaculate. The ejaculation reflex is one of the worst experiences you can ever experience. Men with delayed ejaculation find it challenging to experience orgasms during sexual intercourse. Sex is all about both parties enjoying the sensations. Feeling inferior and less during sexual intercourse will likely lower your sexual desires. 

Suffering from delayed ejaculation is something that needs medical attention. Like other mentioned sexual problems, delayed ejaculation can result from the wrong medication, which can be replaced with comparable drugs. Moreover, delayed ejaculation can be caused by trauma, depression, stress, or anxiety in some men. However, you can always consider communicating with your partner or doctor for a great change.

Loss of Libido

Sexual drive is essential. However, things will most likely worsen when it lowers. What can be the real cause of diminished sexual desires? Your sexual performance can never remain the same in your early twenties and sixties, which is normal. As you age, the sexual urge diminishes.

Apart from age, there are other factors that may lead to loss of libido, which includes hormonal changes, diabetes, stress, depression, and anxiety. Furthermore, your mental health can also lead to low sexual drive. Some men suffer from loss of libido because of different health conditions, such as blood pressure, high cholesterol, and obesity. Consider talking to an expert or experienced practitioner of health matters and improve your sexual drive.

STIs

Regardless of your sexual orientation or age, sexually transmitted diseases will affect your general pleasures, lifespan, and fertility. However, unlike most sexual problems on the list, STIs can be greatly avoided. You can protect yourself from sexually transmitted diseases by wearing condoms before engaging in any sexual. Moreover, you can consider going for regular checkups to confirm your status. This will largely help prevent you from any infection. 

Sexually transmitted diseases such as super gonorrhea can hardly be treated. However, they are some that can be easily, painlessly, and quickly be treated to prevent them from getting worse. This is why you need to protect yourself whenever you engage in any sexual act. Also, do not depend on the physical symptoms only when dealing with STIs. 

Causes of Sexual Problems in Men

Sexual challenges can largely be attributed to either physical or psychological issues. 

Physical Aspect

Physical issues are often brought about by chronic diseases such as liver or kidney diseases and cardiovascular conditions. Moreover, your lifestyle is also a key player in sexual health. Substance abuse, obesity, and smoking can greatly affect your sexual performance. Also, you need to be aware that some medications can also cause sexual problems. 

Psychological Aspect

Psychological issues can also cause sexual problems. Stress, anxiety, and depression are the most common psychological issues that can greatly affect your sexual performance. Unlike physical issues, psychological problems are challenging to control. Generally, having honest communication with your partner about your sexual health is a great step if you are looking forward to a better sex life. 

Bottom Line

Some men may experience some issues that can affect their sexual life. The problems discussed above are the most common ones experienced by several men. These issues can further lower their self-esteem. While some of them are due to physical or psychological reasons, for example delayed ejaculation, some can be avoided totally, STIs. Seek medical intervention and get to enjoy intimacy.

References

Gareri, P., Castagna, A., Francomano, D., Cerminara, G., & De Fazio, P. (2014). Erectile dysfunction in the elderly: an old widespread issue with novel treatment perspectives. International journal of endocrinology, 2014.

Raveendran, A. V., & Agarwal, A. (2021). Premature ejaculation-current concepts in the management: A narrative review. International Journal of Reproductive Biomedicine, 19(1), 5.

Abdel-Hamid, I. A., & Ali, O. I. (2018). Delayed ejaculation: pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment. The World Journal of Men's Health, 36(1), 22-40.