Is it possible to maintain a full sex life into old age? What affects potency? How to eat, what sports to do to remain a man in the full sense? In what situations do you need the help of a doctor? In this article, the doctor will answer questions that affect all men and give specific advice from a urologist to maintain men's health.
Myths and truth about male potency
The subject of potency 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 in order to put an end to it once and for all.
Stormy youth - sexless old age
If in his youth he was actively engaged in sexual relations, for example, daily and even several times, then at the age of 40-50 the limit of sexual possibilities will be exhausted - is this true?
Physiologically, this assertion is absolutely baseless. Nature has made the reproductive function of a man work until his death. Unlike women, in whom the number of eggs is (conditionally) limited, the production of seminal fluid continues as long as the man is alive.
The number and frequency of sexual intercourse in young people does not affect the solvency of men in old age. Another problem concerns unprotected random contacts and their consequences. Complications of venereal disease, especially undertreated or generally left to chance, will certainly 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 link between prostate inflammation and the ability to have sex. Other systems are responsible for 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 alongside abacterial prostatitis, etc.
But prostatitis really worsens the quality of sex life. The reason for this is that an inflamed and enlarged prostate can reduce the intensity of orgasmic sensations and affect the duration of contact. With reduced prostatitis, ejaculation may occur faster. As a result, the man:
- Unable to control ejaculation like 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 pleasure in sex. I am inferior. "With such an attitude of 'going into battle' and, moreover, winning, of course, it's difficult.
Interrupted sex - you will be impotent
It also includes sexual arousal without subsequent discharge. Some men use this myth to manipulate their partner into having sex whenever they are aroused.
Arousal without a follow-up (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 excited 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
Among the huge number of factors that affect potency, urological diseases belong to the "leaders". Especially in middle-aged men. The main enemies of potency 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 the man is unable to urinate.
An enlarged prostate presses on the urethral canal and interferes with the full flow of urine. Frequent urges, discomfort due to the feeling that the bladder has not completely emptied - 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 state there is no time for carnal pleasures.
Unlike prostate adenoma, prostatitis is not only a disease of the age category. They can also affect young men. Usually, prostatitis is the result of an unhealthy lifestyle and promiscuity. specifically, sexually transmitted infections. The situation is particularly difficult for them.
Most infections leading 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 makes itself felt with pain, atypical discharge, problems with urination due to an inflamed prostate. A man just can't think about sex in this state.
There is no direct physiological connection between prostate diseases and erectile dysfunction, as you already know. But this does not mean that the problem does not need to be solved, accordingly, they prevent a man from having a normal sex life. Neither prostate adenoma nor prostatitis go away on their own, like a runny nose. It is impossible to restore male sexual health without the help of a doctor if available.
Since symptoms in urology often appear when the disease has already become chronic. Detecting it at an early stage, when you can get by with simple conservative treatment, is possible only with regular preventive consultations with a urologist and passing urological tests.
Problems with erectile function - who to contact
Now let's talk about what harms potency in addition to urological diseases and which doctor to contact to restore men's health.
Although there are many causes of sexual impotence, they are all divided into three types:
- Biological. These include physiological factors such as disease and injury.
- Psychogenic. In this case, the physiology is in order, and the impotence is caused by psychological problems - stress, depression, a situation that traumatizes the psyche.
- Mixed. When physiology and psyche are to blame for potency problems.
Among the organic causes of potency problems, the main one is cardiovascular diseases. Affected by cholesterol plaques or other pathological changes, the vessels prevent the cavernous bodies of the penis from quickly filling with blood. As a result, the erection comes slowly. If the cavernous bodies are not filled with a sufficient volume of blood, the erection is too slow for full-fledged sexual intercourse. In extreme cases, it is completely absent.
Another common cause is hormonal imbalances. Hormones regulate most body processes, including sexual arousal and erection. First of all, testosterone deficiency is reflected in potency. This hormone is in principle responsible for the reproductive function of men. But other endocrine disorders, such as diabetes, can also affect male sexual potency.
Psychogenic erectile dysfunction in its pure form is less common than the organic form. Sexual impotence is often observed with prolonged depression, neurosis, psychological trauma. Much more often, a combination of psychogenic and physiological problems leads to impotence.
Again, I will take as an example a man suffering from prostatitis and accelerated ejaculation. Imagine that he cannot control ejaculation and the partner remains unsatisfied, which she blames the partner for. After a while, the situation repeated itself. In addition, the man does not have much pleasure in making love, which often happens with prostatitis. What thought comes to mind? "Something is wrong with me, I can't have normal sex! "»Psychological problem on the face. We add progressive prostatitis and get impotence.
Which doctor should I contact for potency problems?
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 genitourinary system. What diseases does a urologist treat? These are diseases:
- prostate (adenoma, prostatitis, etc. );
- bladder (neoplasms, inflammation);
- kidneys (pyelonephritis, urolithiasis);
- urethra.
With what symptoms and when to go 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 seminal fluid.
You should consult a doctor at the first symptoms. 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 doctor of male potency is an andrologist. It is he who has the necessary knowledge to determine the exact cause of male impotence, prescribe adequate treatment and, if necessary, involve other specialists in the treatment - urologist, psychotherapist, endocrinologist.
Since fertility and urology are closely related, andrologists are generally proficient in the treatment of urological diseases and combine work in both specialties.
Useful tips for men's health
I insist once 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 you can enjoy a full sex life even in old age.
How to maintain intimate health, I'm sure every man knows.
- Healthy and balanced diet;
- Regular physical activity;
- moderate alcohol consumption;
- Absence of bad habits;
- Careful attitude to your health.
The ability to have sex and to procreate directly depends on these simple natural things. But most men take it for granted, ignore it and suffer the consequences.
I still recommend that you reconsider your attitude towards lifestyle and build it with the following tips in mind:
- Stop smoking. The toxic substances that you breathe in with cigarette smoke are lead, formaldehyde, arsenic, etc. - destroy blood vessels. Namely, they, filled with blood, make the penis hard.
- Limit alcohol. It also strikes ships. In addition, it disrupts the functioning of the liver, which "in retaliation" turns the male sex hormone into a female hormone. You've probably seen what men look like with low testosterone and high estrogen: breasts that women can envy, fat deposits on the waist, hips, hair loss in atypical areasfor the female body. With libido and erection there are huge difficulties.
- Play sports. Moderate physical activity does not allow fluids to stagnate in the vessels, "train" the vessels and maintain their elasticity.
- Do preventive tests and examinations by a urologist-andrologist at least once a year.
Urologist advice for every day
Take care of your health before it breaks down. This also applies to the prevention of impotence. Here are the basic things you can do every day to stay a full man into old age:
- Do not cross your legs, especially when seated. In this position, the veins in the groin are pinched, blood circulation in the reproductive organs is disturbed. This habit can lead to inflammation of blood vessels and the formation of blood clots.
- Eat meat. Without animal protein, the body cannot fully synthesize testosterone.
- Limit sweets and starches. They increase the volume of fat in the tissues, from which estrogen, the female sex hormone, is synthesized.
- Love cycling - only use a wide saddle. Narrow stools from prolonged sitting are not safe for men's health. They compress the vessels in the groin area and the nerve endings responsible for the sensitivity of the genitals.
- Have sex regularly. It's nice and extremely important for potency.
At the end of the topic I will add: impotence is not a sentence, even in old age. In most cases, a man can return to full sex life even after injuries, complex illnesses. Don't live with the problem alone - see a doctor.
The main reasons for the decrease in potency in men
Over the years, most men feel less and less attracted to women. This is usually attributed to age-related changes. But in fact, there are specific reasons, eliminating which, you can increase potency and revive sexual pleasure even at 60 years old.
Power is reduced due to:
- psychological problems (depression, stress, neurosis, psychotrauma);
- hard work and fatigue;
- unhealthy lifestyle (smoking, alcohol, eating in fast food restaurants, etc. );
- endocrine system disorders;
- 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 that is caused by internal problems - the syndrome of expected failure in bed. If a man is faced with a weak erection at least once during sexual intimacy, he begins to be afraid of further contact with a woman, afraid of "losing face". As andrologists, we also solve this problem effectively, although a wise and beautiful woman nearby will surely solve it no worse.
How many years can a man be sexually active?
Even the youngest 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 the male testosterone level begins to slowly decline after age 25. Before the age of 45, premature andropause occurs. At this age, most often men turn to a urologist with complaints of low potency. Before the age of 60, menopause begins, and after 60, late andropause.
That is, according to the physiological nature, it is normal for any man to stop feeling violent surges of hormones at the sight of a woman after 45 years, and even more so after 60 years. But even age cannot become an obstacle if a person leads an active lifestyle, plays sports, does not use poisons and eats healthy foods.
If you feel a decrease in sexual desire and think it is too early to give up positions at your age, 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 diet and its diversity. A stable erection ensures regular blood flow 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 intake of vitamins A, B, C, E, as well as zinc, selenium and potassium. It is they who mainly contribute to the proper functioning of the heart.
Useful for improving male potency:
- Various spices and seasonings: ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, hot peppers, 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 proteins and other useful substances.
- Dairy products, especially homemade cheeses (paneer, cottage cheese, but in moderation). Rich in protein.
- Fruits: currants, strawberries, avocados, bananas, watermelon, grapes, figs, raisins. This is for 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 exceed the scale. Many sweets are also harmful for potency.
- Greens: - celery, cilantro, parsley, dill, tarragon, basil. Improves sperm quality and the amount of sex hormones.
TOP-7 products that improve male sexual function
- 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.
- Nuts. Source of vegetable protein, increases 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 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 and healthy diet and complex vitamin preparations. Synthetic vitamins will help relieve prostate inflammation and balance hormonal balance.
What foods should a man exclude from his diet because they reduce sexual potency?
There is a list of products that are best avoided by those who care about their intimate health. This:
- 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 foods, commercial semi-finished products, frozen dough products. They contain preservatives that worsen the functioning of the cardiovascular system, as well as saturated fats.
- Processed meat (sausages, salami, ham). High levels of cholesterol and saturated fats worsen the condition of blood vessels.
- Sweet carbonated drinks. They can cause erectile dysfunction by increasing blood sugar and bad cholesterol levels.
- Caffeine in high doses.
A healthy lifestyle wins, no matter what.
If a man has balanced his life, implemented a healthy diet, saturates the body with vitamins, has active physical activity, then he rarely has problems with potency.