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Sexual Problems in Men

A sexual problem, or sexual dysfunction, refers to a problem during any phase of the sexual response cycle that prevents the man or couple from experiencing satisfaction from the activity. The sexual response cycle has four phases: excitement, plateau, orgasm, and resolution.

While research suggests that sexual dysfunction is common (43% of women and 31% of men report some degree of difficulty), it is a topic that many people are hesitant to discuss. Fortunately, most cases of sexual dysfunction are treatable, so it is important to share your concerns with your partner and doctor.

Men's sex problems include:

  • Erectile dysfunction - sometimes called impotence - is a problem getting and keeping an erection for sex
  • Premature ejaculation, this is coming sooner than he'd like to during sex
  • Inhibited ejaculation, retarded ejaculation, when the man is slow to ejaculate
  • Retrograde ejaculation, where the ejaculation goes into the bladder instead of out of the penis
  • Less interest in sex, loss of sex drive or libido.

What causes men's sexual problems?

  • Men's sex problems may be due to:
  • Physical causes, including diabetes, heart disease and other long-term health conditions
  • Alcohol abuse
  • Drug abuse
  • Medication side-effects, including some antidepressants
  • Stress
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Worries over sexual performance, unrealistic expectations about sexual performance
  • Relationship problems
  • Low testosterone
  • Past traumatic sexual experiences.

What Are Ejaculation Disorders?

There are different types of ejaculation disorders in men, including:

  • Premature ejaculation: This refers to ejaculation that occurs before or soon after penetration.
  • Inhibited or retarded ejaculation: This is when ejaculation is slow to occur.
  • Retrograde ejaculation: This occurs when, at orgasm, the ejaculate is forced back into the bladder rather than through the urethra and out the end of the penis.

What is erectile dysfunction?

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability to acquire or maintain a satisfactory erection. The prevalence of erectile dysfunction varies according to the patient's age. About 18% of men from 50 to 59 years of age will suffer from erectile dysfunction and 37% of those aged 70 to 75 years will, too.

There are three types of erections -- those caused by tactile stimulation, those caused by mental stimulation, and those that men experience while sleeping. This classification can be important when the cause of erectile dysfunction is yet to be determined.

In order to have an erection, men need stimuli; they need blood arriving from the arteries and a veins capable of locking the blood in place. Each of the numerous steps in this system can fail making erectile dysfunction a complex problem for investigation.

Risk factors for erectile dysfunction?

  • Obesity
  • Smoking
  • Diabetes
  • High blood pressure
  • High cholesterol
  • Cardiovascular disease
  • Medication use
  • Obstructive sleep apnea
  • Restless leg syndrome
  • Systemic sclerosis (scleroderma)
  • Peyronie's disease
  • Prostate cancer treatment

What causes sexual dysfunction in males?

Physical causes of overall sexual dysfunction may be:

  • Low testosterone levels
  • Prescription drugs (antidepressants, high blood pressure medicine)
  • Blood vessel disorders such as atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries) and high blood pressure
  • Stroke or nerve damage from diabetes or surgery
  • Smoking
  • Alcoholism and drug abuse

Psychological causes might include:

  • Concern about sexual performance
  • Marital or relationship problems
  • Depression, feelings of guilt
  • Effects of past sexual trauma
  • Work-related stress and anxiety

How does sexual dysfunction affect men?

The most common problems men face with sexual dysfunction are troubles with ejaculation, getting and keeping an erection, and reduced sexual desire.

Ejaculation disorders

Problems with ejaculation are:

  1. Premature ejaculation (PE) - ejaculation that occurs before or too soon after penetration
  2. Inhibited or delayed ejaculation - ejaculation does not happen or takes a very long time
  3. Retrograde ejaculation - at orgasm, the ejaculate is forced back into the bladder rather than through the end of the penis

The exact cause of premature ejaculation (PE) is not known. While in many cases PE is due to performance anxiety during sex, other factors may be:

  • Stress
  • Temporary depression
  • History of sexual repression
  • Low self-confidence
  • Lack of communication or unresolved conflict with partner

Studies suggest that the breakdown of serotonin (a natural chemical that affects mood) may play a role in PE. Certain drugs, including some antidepressants, may affect ejaculation, as can nerve damage to the back or spinal cord.

Physical causes for inhibited or delayed ejaculation may include chronic (long-term) health problems, medication side effects, alcohol abuse, or surgeries. The problem can also be caused by psychological factors such as depression, anxiety, stress, or relationship problems.

Retrograde ejaculation is most common in males with diabetes who suffer from diabetic nerve damage. Problems with the nerves in the bladder and the bladder neck force the ejaculate to flow backward. In other men, retrograde ejaculation may be a side effect of some medications, or happen after an operation on the bladder neck or prostate.

Erectile dysfunction (ED)

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability to get and keep an erection for sexual intercourse. ED is quite common, with studies showing that about one half of American men over age 40 are affected. Causes of ED include:

  • Diseases affecting blood flow such as hardening of the arteries
  • Nerve disorders
  • Stress, relationship conflicts, depression, and performance anxiety
  • Injury to the penis
  • Chronic illness such as diabetes and high blood pressure
  • Unhealthy habits like smoking, drinking too much alcohol, overeating, and lack of exercise

Low libido (reduced sexual desire)

  • Low libido means your desire or interest in sex has decreased. The condition is often linked with low levels of the male hormone testosterone. Testosterone maintains sex drive, sperm production, muscle, hair, and bone. Low testosterone can affect your body and mood.
  • Reduced sexual desire may also be caused by depression, anxiety, or relationship difficulties. Diabetes, high blood pressure, and certain medications like antidepressants may also contribute to a low libido.

What causes low libido?

  • Many causes have been identified as contributing to the diminishment of sexual desire. They include:
  • Medications
  • Alcoholism
  • Depression
  • Fatigue
  • Hypoactive sexual disorder
  • Recreational drugs
  • Relationship problems
  • Other sexual dysfunction (fear of humiliation)
  • Sexual aversion disorder
  • Systemic illness
  • Testosterone deficiency
  • Stress
  • Lack of time
  • History of sexual abuse
  • Hormonal problems such as hyperthyroidism




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