Is it possible to maintain a full sex life until old age? What impact does it have on potency? How do we eat, what sport do I do to stay a man in the full sense? In what situations do you need the help of a doctor? In this article, the doctor will answer the questions that concern all men and give specific advice to the urologist to maintain men's health.
Myths and truths about male potency
The topic of potency has acquired so many myths that it would take not an article but an entire book to disprove them. But I will still mention some to put an end to them once and for all.
Turbulent youth - old age without sex
If in his youth he was actively engaged in sex, for example, daily and even several times, then the limit of sexual ability for 40-50 years will run out - is this true?
Physiologically, this statement is absolutely baseless. Nature was convinced that human reproductive function worked until death. Unlike females in which the number of eggs is limited (conditionally), semen production continues as long as the male is alive.
The number and frequency of sexual intercourse in youth do not affect a man's solvency in old age. Another issue is random unprotected contacts and their consequences. Complications of sexually transmitted diseases, especially inadequate treatment or a generally abandoned chance, will certainly backfire and it is only a matter of time.
Prostatitis = impotence
This myth was invented by marketers to increase drug sales. Physiologically there is no direct link between inflammation of the prostate gland and the ability to have sex. Other systems are responsible for erection. Moreover, the lack of sexual contact exacerbates the situation. This leads to stagnation processes in the pelvis and the development of concomitant diseases. Stones can form in the prostate gland, bacterial prostatitis develops in parallel with bacterial prostatitis, and so on. Sh.
But prostatitis really worsens the quality of sex life. The reason is that an inflamed, enlarged prostate can reduce the intensity of orgasmic sensations and affect the duration of contact. By reducing prostatitis, ejaculation can occur more quickly. As a result, men:
- Can not control ejaculation as before
- Does not experience bright sensations, orgasm dissipates
Here the psyche is already connected: "I can not satisfy my partner, I do not feel pleasure from sex. I am lower. "With such an attitude, 'go to war' and, moreover, win, of course, is difficult.
Discontinued sex - you will be impotent
This also includes sexual arousal without further discharge. Some men use this myth to manipulate their partner towards sex every time he is aroused.
Excitation without prolongation (ejaculation) is not really very good for men's health, but not as critical as many people think. Discontinuation of sexual intercourse when a man is maximally aroused and ready to ejaculate can lead to prostatitis due to congestive processes. And then if you stop them regularly. Two or three episodes a month are unlikely to have any effect on his health.
Men's Health - Urology
With a large number of factors influencing potency, urological diseases are among the "leaders", especially in middle-aged men. The main enemies of potency in this regard are prostate adenoma and prostatitis.
In men with prostate adenoma, urological problems usually appear after 40-45 years. Patients consult a male physician when the bladder is weakened or when the male is unable to urinate.
An enlarged prostate climbs into the urethral canal and prevents complete urination. Frequent need, discomfort with the feeling that the bladder is not completely empty - all this neither emotionally nor physically contributes to an active sex life. Further - worse. Problems with urination affect the work of the kidneys and in this condition there is no time left for carnal pleasure.
Unlike prostate adenoma, prostatitis is not just an age category disease. They can also affect young people. Prostatitis is usually the result of an unhealthy lifestyle and obscenity. In particular, sexually transmitted infections. It is a particularly difficult situation for them.
Most of the infections leading to prostatitis are chlamydia, mycoplasmosis, urethroplasmosis, etc. Sh. - Do not give severe symptoms for a long time. The disease almost immediately progresses to a chronic stage. But there comes a time when the disease feels like pain, with atypical discharge, with urinary problems due to the inflammatory gland of the prostate. In this situation, men simply can not think about sex.
There is no direct physiological link between prostate disease and erectile dysfunction as you already know. But this does not mean that problem solving is not necessary, as a result, they prevent men from having a normal sex life. Neither prostate adenoma nor prostatitis disappears by itself as a discharge from the nose. It is impossible to restore men's sexual health without the help of a doctor if they are available.
Whereas in urology the symptoms often appear when the disease has already become chronic. Detection at an early stage, when resolved with simple conservative treatment, is possible only with regular prophylactic consultations with a urologist and passing urological tests.
Erectile function problems - who to turn to
Now let’s talk about what harms the potency other than urological diseases and which doctor to turn to to restore men’s health.
Although there are many causes for sexual impotence, they are all divided into three types:
- Organic. This includes physiological factors such as disease and injury.
- Psychogenic. In this case, the physiology is in order, and impotence is caused by psychological problems - stress, depression, a traumatic situation.
- Mixed. When both physiology and psyche are to blame for potency problems.
Among the organic causes of potency problems are cardiovascular diseases. With cholesterol plaques or other abnormal changes, blood 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 filled with sufficient volume of blood, the erection is too sluggish for full-fledged sexual intercourse. In extreme cases it is not at all.
Another common cause is hormonal imbalance. Hormones regulate most of the processes going on in the body, including sexual arousal and erection. First of all, testosterone deficiency affects potency. This hormone is in principle responsible for male reproductive function. But other endocrine disorders, such as diabetes, can also affect a man's sexual strength.
Psychogenic erectile dysfunction in its pure form is less common than organic. Sexual impotence is often observed during prolonged depression, neurosis, psychological trauma. More often, a combination of psychogenic and physiological problems causes impotence.
Again I take the example of a man with prostatitis and accelerated ejaculation. Imagine that he could not control ejaculation and his partner was left unhappy, for which he reprimanded his partner. After some time the situation repeated itself. In addition, men do not get much pleasure from sex, which often happens during prostatitis. What do you mean by that? "Something is wrong with me, I can not have normal sex! " Psychological problem on the face. To it we add progressive prostatitis and we get impotence.
Which doctor should I consult for potency problems?
Many people think that urology is the main doctor of men's health. This is not entirely true. A urologist is a specialist who treats the organs of the genitourinary system. What diseases is treated by a urologist? These are the diseases:
- Prostate (adenoma, prostatitis, etc. );
- Bladder (neoplasms, inflammation);
- Kidneys (pyelonephritis, urolithiasis);
- Urethra.
With what symptoms and when to consult a urologist?
- Discharge from the urethra;
- Difficulty urinating;
- Pain in the perineum, scrotum, around the anus, lower back;
- Impurities in urine or semen.
A visit to the doctor is needed at the first sign of symptoms. Self-medication is the worst thing that can happen in this situation.
Men's sexual health issues are discussed by another specialist. The chief physician of male potency is andrology. He has the necessary knowledge to determine the exact cause of male impotence, prescribe adequate treatment and, if necessary, involve other specialists in treatment - urologist, psychotherapist, endocrinologist.
Because fertility and urology are closely linked, andrologists are usually competent in the treatment of urological diseases and combine work in both specialties.
Useful tips for men's health
I emphasize again - age is not the cause of impotence. Physiological and psychological disorders lead to sexual impotence, which accumulates more and more every year. This means that even in old age you can enjoy a full sex life.
How to maintain intimate health, I'm sure every man knows.
- A healthy balanced diet;
- Regular physical activity;
- Moderate alcohol consumption;
- Lack of bad habits;
- Attentive attitude towards your health.
The ability to have sex and reproduce directly depends on these simple natural things. But most men find it trivial, ignore it, and get results.
I still recommend that you reconsider your attitude towards lifestyle and formulate it with the following tips in mind:
- Quit smoking. Toxic substances that you breathe in cigarette smoke are lead, formaldehyde, arsenic, etc. Sh. - Destroys blood vessels. In particular, they attach to a penis full of blood.
- Limit alcohol. It also hits ships. In addition, it disrupts liver function, which in turn "responds" to the male sex hormone in women. You have probably seen what men with low testosterone and high estrogen look like: breasts that women can envy, fat deposits on the waist, thighs, hair lossThere are huge difficulties with libido and erection.
- Go in for sports. Moderate physical activity does not allow fluids to stagnate in the blood vessels, "training" the blood vessels and maintaining their elasticity.
- Take tests at least once a year and undergo prophylactic examinations by a urologist-andrologist.
Urologist advice every day
Take care of your health before it fails. This also applies to the prevention of impotence. Here are the basic things you can do every day to stay a full-fledged man until old age:
- Do not cross your legs, especially when sitting. In this condition the veins of the uterus are stretched, the blood circulation in the reproductive organs is disturbed. This habit can cause inflammation of 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 amount of fat in the tissues from which the female sex hormone estrogen is synthesized.
- Do you love to ride a bike - use only a wide saddle. Narrow saddles when sitting for a long time are not safe for men's health. They stretch the vessels in the groin area and the nerve endings responsible for the sensitivity of the genitals.
- Have sex regularly. It is enjoyable and very important for potency.
I will add at the end of the topic: Impotence is not a proposition, even in old age. In most cases, a man can return to a full sex life even after injuries, complex illnesses. Do not live alone with the problem - consult a doctor.
The main causes of impotence in men
As the years go by, most men become less and less attracted to women. This is usually caused by age-related changes. But in reality, there are specific reasons by which eliminating you can increase your potency and bring sexual pleasure back to life even at the age of 60 years.
The potential decreases due to:
- Psychological problems (depression, stress, neurosis, psychotrauma);
- Labor and fatigue from it;
- Unhealthy lifestyle (smoking, alcohol, eating fast food, etc. );
- Disorders of the endocrine system;
- diabetes;
- Vascular and cardiovascular diseases;
- Excess weight;
- Wrongly selected medications with pronounced side effects;
- Testosterone deficiency;
- A lifeless lifestyle;
- A combination of several problems listed above.
There is also a cause that is caused by internal problems - the syndrome of expectation of failure in bed. If a man has at least once had a weak erection during sexual intercourse, he begins to fear a new contact with a woman, afraid of "losing face. "
How many years can a sexually active man be?
Even young boys often think about it. How long can they, as men, be active and successful with women? When should they retire sexually?
Scientists have calculated that male testosterone levels are slowly declining after 25 years. Early andropause occurs before the age of 45 years. Most often men at this age turn to a urologist with complaints of weak potency. Menopause begins before the age of 60, and after 60 years - late andropause.
That is, due to their physiological nature, it is normal for any man to stop the violent explosion of hormones at the sight of a woman after 45 years and especially after 60 years. But even age can not be a hindrance if a person leads an active lifestyle, plays sports, does not use intoxication and eats healthy food.
If you feel a decrease in sexual desire and you think it is premature to give up positions at your age, consult your doctor. Based on the blood test, the urologist will understand what the problem is and prescribe appropriate treatment.
What can and should not be eaten to increase potency in men?
The male reproductive system is very sensitive to diet and its diversity. A stable erection ensures regular blood flow to the genitals. And for this it is necessary to monitor the condition of the cardiovascular system. The synthesis of sex hormones occurs with adequate intake of vitamins A, B, C, E, as well as zinc, selenium and potassium. They are what primarily contribute to the proper functioning of the heart.
Useful to enhance male potency:
- Various spices and seasonings: ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, hot peppers, fenugreek. They strengthen blood circulation, strengthen immunity, give vitality, increase sensuality.
- Seeds, nuts: pistachio, pine nuts, walnuts, almonds, pumpkin seeds. They are rich in proteins, vitamins and fats.
- All seafood: red fish, lentils. They contain easily digestible protein and other nutrients.
- Dairy products, especially homemade cheese (cheese, 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 do not overdo it so that the sugar level does not fall off the scale. Many sweets are also detrimental to potency.
- Herbs: - Celery, cilantro, parsley, dill, tarragon, basil. Improves sperm quality and the amount of sex hormones.
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- Raw lentils. Rich in selenium and zinc.
- Bitter chocolate. Improves mood and increases testosterone levels.
- Fengric. Reduces blood sugar levels, reduces the risk of developing diabetes.
- Ginger root. Causes blood to circulate in the penis.
- Pumpkin seed. Contains a large amount of zinc, is considered the most useful product for the male reproductive system.
- Nuts. A source of plant protein, increase testosterone.
- Red wine in small doses. Strengthens 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 supplements that will be helpful in reducing potency.
- Vitamins A, C, E, D, B3, B6;
- folic acid;
- Omega fatty acids;
- Selenium;
- Zinc;
- Iron;
- Phosphorus;
- Magnesium;
- Potassium.
A source of these nutrients is a balanced, healthy diet and complex vitamin preparations. Synthetic vitamins help relieve inflammation of the prostate gland and correct hormonal balance.
What foods should a man exclude from the diet as it reduces sexual potency?
There is a list of products that are best avoided by those who care about intimate health. this:
- White bread and white flour products. Increases estrogen levels, increases weight and automatically decreases testosterone levels.
- Alcohol. Reduces the sensitivity of the genitals and the level of testosterone in the blood.
- Canned food, semi-finished products from stores, frozen dough products. They contain preservatives that worsen the functioning of the cardiovascular system, as well as saturated fats.
- Processed meat (sausages, sausages, ham). High levels of 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, no matter what you say.
If a man has balanced his life, established a healthy diet, saturates the body with vitamins, has active physical activity, he rarely has a potency problem.