Table of contents:
- Different types of male sexual problems
- 1. Erectile dysfunction
- 2. Premature ejaculation
- 3. Delayed ejaculation
- 4. Retrograde ejaculation
- 5. Difficult to orgasm
- 6. Pain during sex
- 7. Low sexual arousal
Most people probably think that male sexual problems are just erectile dysfunction. In fact, this is not the case. Just like women, men also have various types of sexual problems that can hinder physical and mental satisfaction during sex. Anything? Find out more in this article.
Different types of male sexual problems
1. Erectile dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction or commonly referred to as impotence is a condition when the penis cannot be erect optimally for sex. Erection problems themselves can occur in several forms, such as:
- Difficulty achieving an erection (hard to get an erection / can't get an erection)
- Difficulty maintaining an erection
- Can be erect but the penis is not hard enough so that it is difficult to penetrate.
- Erection failure.
Erectile dysfunction is the most common male sexual problem with age. Even so, erectile dysfunction can also be caused by many things, such as hormonal disorders, psychological conditions, certain medical treatments, being overweight, penile nerve damage, certain drugs, side effects of alcohol and smoking, stroke, diabetes, and so on.
2. Premature ejaculation
Premature ejaculation is clinically defined as a condition in which a man ejaculates faster than desired during sexual intercourse. There is no set time limit regarding the ideal duration of ejaculation, but most experts define premature ejaculation as the attainment of an orgasm that lasts less than two minutes after penetration begins.
Premature ejaculation is the most common sex complaint reported by most men - at least 1 in 3 men have experienced it once in their lifetime. This condition is also common when men masturbate.
Most experts believe that the biggest cause of male sexual problems is related to psychological factors such as excessive anxiety about sexual abilities, stress, feelings of guilt, and so on. However, men who experience erectile dysfunction are more likely to experience premature ejaculation.
3. Delayed ejaculation
Delayed ejaculation is an ejaculation disorder in which a man needs longer sexual stimulation to reach sexual climax and ejaculate. Some men who experience delayed ejaculation need 30 minutes or more of sexual stimulation to reach orgasm and ejaculate. In fact, they may not even ejaculate at all (anejaculation).
Delayed ejaculation can be caused due to certain health conditions, side effects of surgery and certain drugs, use of certain drugs, and mental health problems, such as depression, anxiety or stress. In many cases, delayed ejaculation is caused by a combination of physical and psychological problems.
4. Retrograde ejaculation
At first glance, you may not be familiar with this type of ejaculation. Retrograde ejaculation is a condition in which sperm does not leave but instead enters the bladder during orgasm. This condition is caused by a disturbance in the nerves in the bladder and bladder neck which causes ejaculation to flow into the bladder. People with diabetes or who have had prostate or bladder surgery are more prone to retrograde ejaculation.
Although you can still reach sexual climax, you may or may not have produced a small amount of sperm. Sometimes this is called a dry orgasm. This type of ejaculation is not dangerous but can cause infertility in men.
5. Difficult to orgasm
Most people often misunderstand orgasm and ejaculation. Though they are two different stages of sexual intercourse, although in many situations they can occur simultaneously. Orgasm is actually a condition that triggers ejaculation.
Unlike people who experience premature ejaculation, men who have difficulty reaching orgasm are not able to climax even though the penis is erect and feels quite aroused.
There are several reasons why it is difficult for men to reach orgasm even when the penis is erect. The three main factors that make it difficult for men to orgasm are nerve damage, hormonal disorders, and a person's psychological condition.
6. Pain during sex
Pain during sexual intercourse is not only experienced by women. Men also feel the same way. Damage from tearing, friction, inflammation, or abnormal structures in the foreskin (for example, the foreskin is too tight or the foreskin is caught behind the head of the penis and cannot be pulled forward) can make penetration painful.
Not only that, conditions such as Peyronie, prostatitis, sexually transmitted diseases, hypospadias, urinary tract infections, priapism, to penile hypersensitivity can cause pain during sexual intercourse.
7. Low sexual arousal
As with women, the causes of low male sex drive can also be caused by many factors ranging from the influence of hormones, sexual factors, certain medical conditions, use of drugs and problems in relationships. Low sex drive in men reflects a decrease in their interest in sexual activity. In general, loss of sexual interest can occur over time, and the level of sexual arousal can vary throughout life.
If the lack of low sexual desire is severe enough, it can be diagnosed as hypoactive sexual desire disorder. This condition is caused by an imbalance in hormone levels in the brain which causes dopamine and norepinephrine (compounds in the brain) to decrease.
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