Is a fulfilling sex life possible into old age? What affects potency? How to eat, what sport to stay a man in the fullest sense of the word? In what situations do you need medical help? In this article, the doctor answers questions that concern all men and gives specific advice from a urologist on how to maintain men's health.
Myths and truths about male potency
The topic of potency has accumulated so many myths that it would take not an article but an entire book to dispel them. But I will mention a few anyway to put an end to them once and for all.
Stormy youth - age without sex
For example, if in his youth he actively had sex every day and even several times, then by the age of 40-50 the limit of sexual possibilities is exhausted - is that true?
Physiologically, this statement is absolutely unfounded. Nature arranged for a man's reproductive function to function until his death. Unlike women, in whom the number of ova is (conditionally) limited, the production of seminal fluid continues as long as the man is alive.
The number and frequency of sexual intercourse in youth does not affect male ability to pay in old age. Another problem is accidental unprotected contacts and their consequences. Complications from STDs, particularly undertreated or generally left to chance, are sure to backfire, and it's only a matter of time.
Prostatitis = impotence
This myth was invented by marketers to increase drug sales. Physiologically, there is no direct connection between inflammation of the prostate and the ability to have sexual intercourse. Other systems are responsible for the erection. I will say more, the lack of sexual contact aggravates the condition. This leads to stagnant processes in the pelvis and the development of concomitant diseases. Stones can form in the prostate, bacterial prostatitis develops in parallel with nonbacterial prostatitis, etc.
But prostatitis really worsens the quality of sex life. This is because an inflamed, enlarged prostate can reduce the intensity of orgasmic sensations and affect the length of contact. With reduced prostatitis, ejaculation can occur faster. As a result the man:
- Cannot control ejaculation as before
- Does not experience vivid sensations, orgasm is erased
And here the psyche is already connected: "I can’t satisfy my partner, I don’t feel like having sex. I'm inferior"With such an attitude, of course, it's difficult to 'go into battle' and beyond that to win.
Intermittent intercourse - you become impotent
This includes sexual arousal without subsequent discharge. Some men use this myth to manipulate their partner into having sex whenever they are aroused.
Arousal without continuation (ejaculation) is really not very good for men's health, but not as critical as many people think. Interruption of sexual intercourse when a man is maximally aroused and ready for ejaculation can lead to prostatitis due to congestion processes. And then if you interrupt them regularly. Two or three episodes a month probably won't affect his health in any way.
Men's Health - Urology
Among the multitude of factors affecting potency, the "leaders" include urological diseases. Especially in men of middle age and older. The main enemies of potency in this regard are prostate adenoma and prostatitis.
Urological problems in men related to a prostate adenoma usually appear after 40-45 years. Patients are referred to the men's doctor when the bladder is weak or the man is unable to urinate.
An enlarged prostate presses on the urethral canal and impedes the full drainage of urine. Frequent urges, discomfort from the feeling that the bladder has not completely emptied - all of which are neither emotionally nor physically conducive to an active sex life. Next - worse. Problems with urination are reflected in the work of the kidneys, and in this state there is no time for carnal pleasures.
In contrast to prostate adenoma, prostatitis is not only a disease of old age. They can also affect young men. Usually, prostatitis is the result of an unhealthy lifestyle and promiscuity. especially sexually transmitted infections. The situation is particularly difficult for them.
Most of the infections that lead to prostatitis are chlamydia, mycoplasmosis, ureaplasmosis, etc. - do not give acute symptoms for a long time. The disease almost immediately passes into the chronic stage. But there comes a time when the disease manifests itself with pain, atypical discharge and problems urinating due to an inflamed prostate. A man simply cannot think about sex in this state.
As you already know, there is no direct physiological relationship between prostate disease and erectile dysfunction. However, this does not mean that the problem does not need to be solved, since they prevent a man from having a normal sex life. Neither prostate adenoma nor prostatitis goes away on its own, like a runny nose. It is impossible to restore male sexual health without the help of a doctor, if available.
Because symptoms often appear in urology when the disease has already become chronic. Early detection, when you can get by with simple conservative treatment, is only possible with regular preventive consultations with the urologist and passing urological tests.
Problems with erectile function - who to contact
Now let's talk about what, in addition to urological diseases, affects potency and which doctor to contact to restore male health.
Although there are many causes of sexual impotence, they are all divided into three types:
- Organic. These include physiological factors such as illness and injury.
- psychogenic. In this case, the physiology is fine, and impotence is caused by psychological problems - stress, depression, a situation that traumatizes the psyche.
- Mixed. When both the physiology and the psyche are to blame for potency problems.
Among the organic causes of potency problems, cardiovascular diseases are the main cause. Affected by cholesterol plaques or other pathological changes, the vessels prevent the cavernous bodies of the penis from filling with blood quickly. As a result, the erection comes slowly. If the cavernous bodies are not sufficiently filled with blood, the erection is too sluggish for full-blown sexual intercourse. In extreme cases, it is completely absent.
Another common cause is hormonal imbalances. Hormones regulate most processes in the body, including sexual arousal and erection. First of all, lack of testosterone is reflected in potency. This hormone is basically responsible for male reproductive function. But other endocrine diseases such as diabetes can also impair male sexual power.
Psychogenic erectile dysfunction in its pure form is less common than organic. Sexual impotence is often observed with prolonged depression, neurosis and psychological trauma. Much more often, a combination of psychogenic and physiological problems lead to impotence.
Again I take as an example a man with prostatitis and accelerated ejaculation. Let's imagine that he could not control ejaculation and his partner remained unsatisfied, which she blamed the partner for. After some time the situation repeated itself. In addition, the man did not enjoy sex very much, which often happens with prostatitis. What thought comes to your mind? "Something's wrong with me, I can't have normal sex! ". Mental problem on the face. We add progressive prostatitis and get impotence.
Which doctor should I contact if I have problems with potency?
Many people think that the main doctor for men's health is a urologist. This is not entirely true. A urologist is a specialist who treats the organs of the urogenital system. What diseases does a urologist treat? These are diseases:
- prostate (adenoma, prostatitis, etc. );
- Bladder (neoplasm, inflammation);
- kidneys (pyelonephritis, urolithiasis);
- Urethra.
With which symptoms and when to the urologist?
- discharge from the urethra;
- difficulty urinating;
- pain in the perineum, scrotum, around the anus, in the lower back;
- Impurities in urine or semen.
At the first symptoms, you need to see a doctor. Self-medication is the worst thing that can happen in this situation.
Questions related to men's sexual health are dealt with by another specialist. The chief physician for male potency is an andrologist. He has the necessary knowledge to determine the exact cause of male impotence, prescribe appropriate treatment and, if necessary, involve other specialists in the treatment - a urologist, psychotherapist, endocrinologist.
Since fertility and urology are closely related, andrologists are usually competent in the treatment of urological diseases and combine the work of both specialties.
Helpful tips for men's health
I emphasize again - age is not the cause of impotence. Physiological and psychological disorders lead to sexual impotence, which is increasing every year. So you can enjoy a fulfilled sex life even in old age.
How to maintain the health of the intimate area, surely every man knows.
- Healthy balanced diet;
- Regular physical activity;
- moderate alcohol consumption;
- absence of bad habits;
- Careful handling of your health.
The ability to have sex and directly reproduce depends on these simple natural things. But most men consider it banal, ignore it and take the consequences.
Still, I recommend that you reassess your approach to lifestyle and build it with the following tips in mind:
- Stop smoking. The toxic substances you inhale with cigarette smoke are lead, formaldehyde, arsenic, etc. - destroy blood vessels. Filled with blood, they make the penis hard.
- limit alcohol. He also hits the vessels. It also interferes with liver function, converting the male sex hormone into a female "in retaliation. " You've probably seen what men with low testosterone and high estrogen look like: breasts that women can envy, fat pads around the waist, hips, hair loss in places untypical for the female body, there are great difficulties with libido and erection.
- Do sports. Moderate physical activity prevents fluids from stagnating in the vessels, "exercises" the vessels and maintains their elasticity.
- Get tested and preventive at least once a year by a urologist-andrologist.
Urologist tips for every day
Take care of your health before it fails. This also applies to the prevention of impotence. Here are the elementary things you can do every day to remain a full man into old age:
- Don't cross your legs, especially when sitting. In this position, the veins in the groin are pinched, blood flow to the reproductive organs is disturbed. This habit can lead to inflammation of the blood vessels and the formation of blood clots.
- Eat meat. Without animal protein, the body cannot fully synthesize testosterone.
- Limit sweets and starchy foods. They increase the volume of fat in the tissues from which the female sex hormone estrogen is synthesized.
- Do you love cycling - only use a wide saddle. Tight saddles when sitting for a long time are not without risk for men's health. They squeeze the vessels in the groin and the nerve endings responsible for the sensitivity of the genital organs.
- Have sex regularly. This is pleasant and extremely important for potency.
At the end of the topic I add: Impotence is not a sentence, even in old age. In most cases, even after injuries and complex diseases, a man can return to a full sex life. Don't live with the problem alone - consult a doctor.
The main reasons for the decrease in potency in men
As the years go by, most men become less and less attracted to women. This is usually attributed to age-related changes. But in reality there are certain reasons, the elimination of which allows you to increase potency and bring sexual pleasure back to life even at 60 years old.
Potency is reduced by:
- psychological problems (depression, stress, neurosis, psychotrauma);
- hard work and fatigue from it;
- unhealthy lifestyle (smoking, alcohol, eating in fast food, etc. );
- diseases of the endocrine system;
- Diabetes;
- vascular and heart diseases;
- overweight;
- incorrectly selected drugs with a pronounced side effect;
- testosterone deficiency;
- sedentary lifestyle;
- a combination of several of the above problems.
There is also a reason caused by internal problems - the syndrome of expecting mistakes in bed. If during sexual intimacy a man has at least once faced a weak erection, he begins to be afraid of new contact with a woman, afraid of "losing face". We, as andrologists, also effectively solve this problem, although onewise and beautiful woman near it will certainly not solve worse.
How many years can a man be sexually active?
Young people often think about it too. How long can they be active and successful as men with women? When should you sexually withdraw?
Scientists have calculated that after the age of 25, male testosterone levels slowly begin to decrease. Before the age of 45, early andropause occurs. At this age, most often men with complaints of weak potency turn to a urologist. Before the age of 60 menopause begins, and after 60 - the late andropause.
That is, according to the physiological nature, it is normal that after 45 years, and even more so after 60 years, every man does not experience violent hormonal outbursts at the sight of a woman. But even age cannot become an obstacle if a person leads an active lifestyle, plays sports, does not use intoxications and eats healthy.
If you feel a decrease in sexual desire and think that at your age it is too early to give up positions, consult your doctor. Based on the blood tests, the urologist will understand what the problem is and prescribe the appropriate treatment.
What can and cannot be eaten to increase potency in men?
A man's reproductive system is very sensitive to nutrition and its variety. A stable erection ensures a regular flow of blood to the genitals. And for this you need to monitor the state of the cardiovascular system. The synthesis of sex hormones occurs with a sufficient supply of vitamins A, B, C, E, as well as zinc, selenium and potassium. They primarily contribute to the proper functioning of the heart.
Useful for increasing male potency:
- Various spices and spices: ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, hot pepper, fenugreek. They increase blood circulation, increase immunity, give vivacity, increase sensuality.
- Seeds, nuts: pistachios, pine nuts, walnuts, almonds, pumpkin seeds. They are rich in proteins, vitamins and fats.
- All seafood: red fish, oysters. They contain easily digestible protein and other useful substances.
- Dairy products, especially homemade cheeses (paneer, cottage cheese, but in moderation). Rich in proteins.
- Fruits: currants, strawberries, avocados, bananas, watermelons, grapes, figs, raisins. This is the prevention of chronic fatigue, which is one of the most common causes of libido loss. But don't overdo it, so that the sugar level doesn't get out of hand. Lots of sweets also damage potency.
- Vegetables: - Celery, coriander, parsley, dill, tarragon, basil. Improves sperm quality and the amount of sex hormones.
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- Raw oysters. Rich in selenium and zinc.
- Bitter chocolate. Improves mood and increases testosterone levels.
- fenugreek. Lowers blood sugar levels, reduces the risk of developing diabetes.
- ginger root. Causes blood flow to the penis.
- pumpkin seeds. Contain a large amount of zinc, are considered the most useful product for the male reproductive system.
- Walnut. Source of plant-based protein, increase testosterone.
- Red wine in small doses. Strengthens the blood vessels.
Useful vitamins for male potency
In addition to vitamins that improve the functioning of the cardiovascular system, it is important to know about other dietary supplements that are useful in reducing potency.
- vitamins A, C, E, D, B3, B6;
- folic acid;
- omega fatty acids;
- Selenium;
- Zinc;
- Iron;
- Phosphorus;
- Magnesium;
- Potassium.
The sources of these nutrients are a balanced, healthy diet and complex vitamin supplements. Synthetic vitamins help reduce prostate inflammation and balance hormone levels.
What foods should a man exclude from the diet, as they reduce sexual potency?
There is a list of products that are best avoided by those who care about their intimate health. The:
- white bread and white flour products. Increases estrogen levels, increases weight and automatically lowers testosterone levels.
- Alcohol. Reduces the sensitivity of the genitals and the level of testosterone in the blood.
- Canned goods, semi-finished products from the trade, frozen pasta. They contain preservatives that worsen the functioning of the cardiovascular system, as well as saturated fats.
- Processed meats (sausage, sausage, ham). High cholesterol and saturated fats worsen the condition of blood vessels.
- Sweet carbonated drinks. They can cause erectile dysfunction by raising blood sugar and bad cholesterol levels.
- Caffeine in high doses.
A healthy lifestyle wins whatever one may say.
If a man has balanced his life, eats healthy, saturates the body with vitamins, actively engages in physical activity, he rarely has problems with potency.