Common male sexual issues

EVALUATION of sexual dysfunction involves a detailed review of medical, sexual and psychological history and a physical examination.

Doctors may ask many personal questions about your sex life, but rest assured that it is part of the diagnostic process and will not disclose your information without your consent.

Here are the main types of sexual dysfunction faced by men:

– These occur when a man is able to perform sexually but experiences anomalies during ejaculation. They consist of:

– Premature ejaculation, which refers to ejaculation that occurs before or too soon after physical stimulation ( including penetration). This is often caused by performance anxiety, antidepressant medication or nerve damage to the back and spinal cord.

– Inhibited or retarded ejaculation, which is when ejaculation takes too long or occurs after a long delay of stimulation.

– Retrograde ejaculation, also referred to as “dry ejaculation”, which is when the ejaculate is

Ejaculation disorders

forced back into the bladder rather than go through the urethra and out the end of the penis. Men who suffer from diabetic neuropathy ( nerve damage), who have recently undergone surgery on or near the pelvic area and who are on certain medication may face this rare condition.

– Also known as impotence, this refers to the inability to attain or maintain an erection suitable for intercourse. This condition often indicates nerve damage or affected blood flow but may also be caused by psychological factors or existing diseases.

Peyronie’s disease, a condition in which scar tissue develops inside the penis and causes curvature and painful erections, is another rare cause of erectile dysfunction.

Erectile dysfunction

– Also known as loss of libido or diminished sexual desire, this is commonly experienced by men as they enter their golden years. This condition may also indicate testosterone deficiency or poor mental and physical health.

Inhibited sexual desire