Is it possible to maintain a full sex life until old age? What affects power? How to eat, what sports to do to remain a man in the full sense? In what cases do you need medical help? In this article, the doctor will answer questions that concern all men and give specific advice from a urologist to maintain men's health.
Myths and truth about male strength
The subject of power has acquired so many myths that it would take not an article but an entire book to dispel them. But I will mention a few more to put an end to them.
Stormy youth - old age without sex
If in his youth he was actively involved in sex, for example, daily and even several times, then by the age of 40-50 the limit of sexual potential will be exhausted - is it true?
Naturally, this statement is completely unfounded. Nature made sure that a man's reproductive function worked until his death. Unlike women, in whom the number of eggs is limited (conditionally), the production of semen continues as long as the man is alive.
The number and frequency of sexual intercourse in youth does not affect the solvency of men in old age. Another issue is accidental unprotected contacts and their consequences. The complications of venereal disease, especially hypothermia or generally left to chance, will certainly boomerang and it is only a matter of time.
prostatitis = impotence
This myth was invented by traders to increase sales of drugs. Normally, there is no direct link between inflammation of the prostate gland and the ability to have sex. Other systems are responsible for erection. I will say more, the lack of sexual intercourse worsens the situation. This leads to stagnant processes in the pelvis and the development of concomitant diseases. Stones may form in the prostate gland, bacterial prostatitis develops in parallel with bacterial prostatitis, etc.
But prostatitis really worsens the quality of sex life. The reason is that an inflamed, enlarged prostate can reduce the intensity of orgasms and affect the duration of intercourse. With reduced prostatitis, ejaculation can occur faster. As a result, the man:
- Can not control ejaculation as before
- He does not experience intense sensations, the orgasm is deleted
And here the soul is already connected: "I can not satisfy my partner, I do not feel pleasure from sex. I'm inferior. "With such an attitude to "enter the battle" and, in addition, to win, of course, is difficult.
Stop having sex - you will be incompetent
This also includes sexual arousal without subsequent discharge. Some men use this myth to manipulate their partner to have sex every time they are aroused.
Continued arousal (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 interrupt them regularly. Two or three episodes a month are unlikely to affect his health in any way.
Men's Health - Urology
Of the large number of factors that affect strength, urological diseases are among the "leaders". Especially in men older than middle age. The main enemies of power in this regard are prostate adenoma and prostatitis.
Urological problems in men associated with prostate adenoma usually appear after 40-45 years. Patients are referred to the male doctor when the bladder is weakened or when the man can not urinate.
An enlarged prostate presses on the urethral canal and prevents the complete outflow of urine. Frequent urges, discomfort from the feeling that the bladder is not completely empty - all this is neither emotionally nor physically conducive to an active sex life. Further - worse. Problems with urination are reflected in the work of the kidneys and in this condition there is no time for carnal pleasures.
Unlike prostate adenoma, prostatitis is a disease not only of age group. They can also affect young men. Prostatitis is usually the result of an unhealthy lifestyle and prostitution. in particular, sexually transmitted infections. The situation is particularly difficult for them.
Most infections that lead to prostatitis are chlamydia, mycoplasmosis, ureaplasmosis, etc. - do not give acute symptoms for a long time. The disease almost immediately progresses to the chronic stage. But there comes a time when the disease is felt with pain, atypical secretions, problems with urination due to inflammation of the prostate. A man just can not think of sex in this situation.
There is no direct physiological link between prostate disease and erectile dysfunction, as you already know. But this does not mean that the problem does not need to be solved, as a result, they prevent a man from having a normal sex life. Neither prostate adenoma nor prostatitis resolves on its own, as does runny nose. It is impossible to restore men's sexual health without the help of a doctor, if available.
As symptoms in urology often occur when the disease has already become chronic. Detection at an early stage, when you can get rid of it with simple conservative treatment, is possible only with regular preventive consultation with a urologist and passing urological examinations.
Erectile Dysfunction - Who to Contact
Let's talk now about what reduces power in addition to urological diseases and which doctor to contact to restore men's health.
Although there are many causes of 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 in order and the impotence is caused by psychological problems - anxiety, depression, a condition that hurts the psyche.
- Mixed. When both physiology and the soul are to blame for problems with power.
Among the organic causes of power problems, the main one is cardiovascular diseases. Affected by cholesterol plaques or other pathological changes, the blood vessels prevent the cavernous bodies of the penis from filling with blood quickly. As a result, the erection comes late. If the cavernous bodies are not full of sufficient blood volume, the erection is too sluggish for a full 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, testosterone deficiency is reflected in potency. This hormone is primarily responsible for the reproductive function of men. But other endocrine disorders, such as diabetes, can also affect a man's sexual power.
Psychogenic erectile dysfunction in its pure form is less common than organic. Impotence is often observed with prolonged depression, nervousness, psychological trauma. More often than not, a combination of psychogenic and physiological problems leads to impotence.
Again I will take for example a man with prostatitis and accelerated ejaculation. Imagine that he could not control ejaculation and the partner was dissatisfied, for which he reprimanded the partner. After a while, the situation was repeated. In addition, the man did not have much pleasure from sex, which is often the case with prostatitis. What thought comes to mind? "Something is wrong with me, I can not have normal sex! ». Psychological problem in the face. We add progressive prostatitis to him and we get impotence.
Which doctor should I go to for power problems?
Many believe that the main doctor of men's health is the urologist. This is not entirely true. A urologist is a specialist who treats the organs of the urogenital system. What diseases does the urologist face? These are diseases:
- prostate (adenoma, prostatitis, etc. );
- bladder (neoplasms, inflammation).
- kidneys (pyelonephritis, urolithiasis).
- urethra.
With what symptoms and when to go to the urologist?
- secretion from the urethra;
- difficulty urinating;
- pain in the perineum, scrotum, around the anus, in the lower back.
- impurities in the urine or semen.
You should see a doctor with the first symptoms. Self-medication is the worst thing that can happen in this situation.
Issues related to men's sexual health are addressed by another expert. The chief physician for male potency is an andrologist. He is the one who has the necessary knowledge to determine the exact cause of male impotence, to prescribe adequate treatment and, if necessary, to involve other specialists in treatment - a urologist, psychotherapist, endocrinologist.
Because fertility and urology are closely linked, andrologists are usually capable of treating urological conditions and combining work in both specialties.
Useful tips for men's health
I emphasize once again - age is not the cause of disability. Physiological and psychological disorders lead to impotence, which accumulates more and more every year. This means that you can enjoy a full sex life even in old age.
How to maintain intimate health, I'm sure every man knows.
- Healthy balanced diet.
- Regular physical activity?
- moderate alcohol consumption;
- Absence of bad habits.
- Careful attitude for your health.
The ability to have sex and reproduce depends directly on these simple natural things. But most men consider it banal, ignore it and have consequences.
I also recommend that you reconsider your lifestyle attitude and build it with the following tips in mind:
- Quit smoking. The toxic substances you inhale with cigarette smoke are lead, formaldehyde, arsenic, etc. - destroy blood vessels. That is, full of blood, they make the penis hard.
- Limit alcohol. It also hits the boats. In addition, it disrupts the function of the liver, which "in retaliation" converts the male sex hormone into a female. You have probably seen what men look like with low testosterone and high estrogen: breasts that women may envy, fat deposits in the waist, hips, hair loss in areas atypical for the female body. With libido and erection, there are huge difficulties.
- Come in for sports. Moderate physical activity does not allow fluids to pool in the vessels, "train" the vessels and maintain their elasticity.
- Get tested and get screened by a urologist-andrologist at least once a year.
Urologist tips for every day
Take care of your health before it fails. This also applies to the prevention of disability. Here's the basics you can do every day to stay a full man until old age:
- Do not cross your legs, especially when sitting. In this position, the veins in the groin are pinned, the blood circulation to the reproductive organs is disturbed. This habit can lead to inflammation of blood vessels and the formation of blood clots.
- I eat meat. Without animal protein, the body cannot fully synthesize testosterone.
- Limit sweet and starchy foods. They increase the volume of fat in the tissues, from which the female sex hormone estrogen is synthesized.
- You love the bike - use only a wide saddle. Narrow saddles when sitting for a long time are not safe for men's health. They press on the vessels in the groin and the nerve endings that are responsible for the sensitivity of the genitals.
- Have sex regularly. This is enjoyable and extremely important for power.
At the end of the topic I will add: disability is not a proposition, even in old age. In most cases, a man can return to a full sex life even after injuries, complex diseases. Do not live alone with the problem - see a doctor.
The main reasons for the decrease in power in men
As the years go by, most men feel less and less attracted to women. This is usually attributed to age-related changes. In reality, however, there are specific reasons, by eliminating which, you can increase the power and restore sexual pleasure in life even in your 60s.
Power is reduced due to:
- psychological problems (depression, stress, nervousness, psychiatric trauma).
- hard work and fatigue from it;
- unhealthy lifestyle (smoking, alcohol, fast food, etc. )
- endocrine system disorders?
- Diabetes;
- vascular and heart diseases;
- overweight?
- inappropriately selected drugs with severe side effects.
- testosterone deficiency;
- sedentary life?
- a combination of many of the above problems.
There is also a reason that is caused by internal problems - the syndrome of waiting in bed failure. If a man at least once experienced a weak erection during sexual intimacy, he begins to fear new contact with a woman, fearing to "lose his face". We, as andrologists, also solve this problem effectively, although a wise and beautiful woman who is close by will certainly not solve it worse.
How many years can a man be sexually active?
Even young children often think about it. How long can they, as men, be active and successful with women? When should they retire sexually?
Scientists have estimated that male testosterone levels begin to decline slowly after 25 years. Before the age of 45, an early menopause occurs. At this age, men more often refer to a urologist with complaints of weak strength. Menopause begins before the age of 60 and after late 60 - late menopause.
That is, according to normal nature, it is normal for any man to stop experiencing violent hormone bursts at the sight of a woman after 45 and even more so after 60 years. But even age can not be an obstacle if a person follows an active lifestyle, plays sports, does not get drunk and eats healthy foods.
If you feel a decrease in sexual desire and think it is too early to give up postures at your age, consult your doctor. Based on the blood tests, the urologist will understand what the problem is and will prescribe the appropriate treatment.
What can and can not be consumed to increase strength in men?
A man's reproductive system is very sensitive to its diet and diversity. A stable erection provides regular blood flow to the genitals. And for this you need to monitor the state of the cardiovascular system. The synthesis of sex hormones is done with adequate intake of vitamins A, B, C, E, as well as zinc, selenium and potassium. They are the ones who contribute primarily to the normal functioning of the heart.
Useful for enhancing male potency:
- Various spices and seasonings: ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, hot peppers, triangle. They increase blood circulation, increase the immune system, give vitality, increase sensuality.
- Seeds, nuts: Aegina pistachios, pine nuts, walnuts, almonds, pumpkin seeds. It is 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 protein.
- Fruits: raisins, strawberries, avocados, bananas, watermelon, grapes, figs, raisins. This is the prevention of chronic fatigue, which is one of the common causes of loss of libido. But do not overdo it so that the sugar level does not escape. Too many sweets are also harmful to the activity.
- Greens: - celery, coriander, parsley, dill, tarragon, basil. Improves sperm quality and the amount of sex hormones.
TOP-7 products that improve the sexual function of men
- Raw oysters. Rich in selenium and zinc.
- Bitter chocolate. Improves mood and increases testosterone levels.
- Triangle. Reduces blood sugar levels, reduces the risk of developing diabetes.
- Ginger. Causes blood flow to the penis.
- Pumpkin seeds. Containing a large amount of zinc, they are considered the most useful product for the male reproductive system.
- Walnuts. Source of vegetable protein, increased testosterone.
- Red wine in small doses. Strengthens blood vessels.
Useful vitamins for male strength
In addition to the vitamins that improve the functioning of the cardiovascular system, it is important to know other supplements that will be useful for reducing strength.
- 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 preparations. Synthetic vitamins will help relieve inflammation of the prostate gland and normalize hormonal balance.
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 are interested in their home health. This:
- White bread and white flour products. It raises 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 food, semi-finished products from stores, frozen pastry products. They contain preservatives that worsen the functioning of the cardiovascular system, as well as saturated fats.
- Processed meats (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 levels and bad cholesterol.
- Caffeine in high doses.
A healthy lifestyle wins, no matter what one says.
If a man has balanced his life, has created a healthy diet, saturation of the body with vitamins, has active physical activity, rarely has problems with strength.