Already after 30 years, a man begins a gradual disappearance of sexual function. Every year, the level of testosterone in his body decreases by an average of 1%. As a result, by the age of 60, power in men is significantly weakened. All sexual functions deteriorate - libido decreases, erection difficulties occur and the senses from sex weaken. However, even after 60 years, a man can well have a full sex life with the use of medical support.
Strength in men after 60 years
Examine the main causes of physical or pathological deterioration of strength after 60 years. Let 's sort them by frequency in descending order. But do not forget that the reasons mentioned can be combined, which requires a comprehensive approach to eliminating sexual dysfunction. These are the factors:
Decreased testosterone levels
In young men, this condition is called hypogonadism and is considered abnormal. However, in men over 60, this phenomenon is normal and is related to the aging process of the body. By lowering testosterone levels, a person not only notices sexual impotence but also other changes:
- hair loss?
- Loose skin;
- palpitations and heart pain;
- depression;
- rapid fatigue.
- decrease in muscle strength.
- bone fragility;
- weight gain;
- sweating.
None of these symptoms can clearly indicate a decrease in testosterone levels in the body. However, their combination should be worrying.
By reducing the concentration of the male sex hormone, a person is diagnosed with "age-related androgen deficiency. "This is not a pathology, but a normal state of the body after 60 years. The diagnosis is made after a blood test for hormones. Deficiency can be compensated with the help of drugs (hormone replacement therapy).
Angiogenic erectile dysfunction
Vascular erectile dysfunction in men after the age of 60 is very often associated with testosterone deficiency. The essence of the problem is that the blood supply to the penis is deteriorating. Therefore, even with maintained libido and normal blood testosterone levels, sexual intercourse will not take place. In this condition, men take medication to temporarily restore sexual function.
Neurogenic erectile dysfunction
A man over 60 can have many diseases. One of the most common pathologies is diabetes. This disease is manifested by polyneuropathy. Peripheral nerves throughout the body are affected, including those in the penis. As a result of reduced conduction of impulses, erectile function suffers. There are other neurological diseases that violate power with a similar pathogenetic mechanism.
Violation of the power of iatrogenic origin
After 60 years, a man is often forced to take handfuls of pills every day, as his physical health is currently deteriorating significantly. Some drugs can have a negative effect on sexual function. These include drugs for high blood pressure (beta-blockers) and prostate adenoma (antiandrogens), which are often prescribed to men over the age of 60.
Pathology of the organs of the reproductive system
Previous surgeries, injuries, prostatitis, benign prostatic hyperplasia - all of these diseases and conditions can disrupt the power of a man of any age. The older the person, the greater the risk of pathology of the organs of the reproductive system.
Increase in the power of men after 60 years
The increase in power in men after 60 years is possible only after the cause of its violation is determined. Self-medication is undesirable because:
- Self-medication can irreversibly worsen your health - after all, you are no longer a boy and many medications are a threat to you. Men with heart disease should be especially careful.
- Medications may be ineffective if the cause of the power outage is not identified. For example, it makes no sense to take pills if you have neurogenic erectile dysfunction. Testosterone preparations will not help if the power is reduced due to a deterioration in the blood supply to the penis.
Therefore, the algorithm of actions should be as follows:
- Visit a urologist or andrologist.
- Passing tests and success instrumental studies.
- Get prescriptions from a doctor. Their application usually leads to a significant improvement in erectile function.
Let us briefly describe how the reduced power is restored:
- Age-related androgen deficiency. A man is prescribed hormone replacement therapy with testosterone preparations. They are usually given by injection, although there are other dosage forms of these hormonal drugs. The treatment takes place if the man wants to have sex. The dose is selected by the doctor based on the results of laboratory tests.
- Vascular erectile dysfunction. Treatment depends on the severity of the disorders. In the initial stage, drugs from the group of PDE-5 inhibitors or LOD therapy (pump that ensures the onset of erection by forming negative pressure and blood flow to the genitals) are sufficient. In case of moderate pathology, it is necessary to administer drugs directly to the penis. In the final stage of violations, only surgery can help.
- Neurogenic erectile dysfunction. The treatment is performed in combination with an endocrinologist (if a man has diabetes) and a neurologist. As a rule, alpha-lipoic acid preparations are prescribed for life. Not only do they improve the erection, but they also reduce the risk of other diabetic complications, prolonging the patient's life. Other drugs may be used, depending on the clinical condition, the cause and the extent of the peripheral nerve involvement.
- Violation of power due to medication. If possible, the drugs are replaced with other drugs that do not have the side effect of worsening the erection. It is impossible to cancel medications on your own - this can lead to a deterioration in well-being.
- Diseases of the organs of the reproductive system. The restoration of strength depends on the pathology that led to its deterioration. The underlying disease is treated.
A man who wants to maintain sexual function until old age should do the following:
- avoid excessive weight gain.
- to live an active lifestyle.
- to give up bad habits.
- be constantly monitored by a urologist or andrologist.
- monitors the state of physical health.
You need to have sex regularly. After 60 years, the absence of sexual intercourse for several months can lead to a complete loss of power and interest in sexual intercourse.