When men become sexually aroused, hormones, muscles, nerves, and blood vessels all work with one another to create an erection. Nerve signals, sent from the brain to the penis, stimulate muscles to relax. This, in turn, allows blood to flow…
Some men with an enlarged prostate develop erectile dysfunction (ED) or problems with ejaculation. BPH and ED are separate conditions that are connected. ED usually means that a man is not able to achieve or maintain an erection. Although ED…
Sex changes a lot of things in the body. Hormonal changes, a difference in attitude and whittling waistline, sex is also believed to increase longevity. And on experiencing sexual abstinence, there are a few physical consequences that may hit you…
After orgasm, both men and women experience a resolution stage called the refractory period. At this time, their bodies “recover” from sexual excitement and return to their normal states. For men, the penis becomes flaccid again as he goes through…
Yes, there is a strong link between erectile dysfunction (ED) and heart disease. The two conditions, while seemingly unrelated, have several overlapping risk factors, causes, and prevention strategies. What is Erectile Dysfunction? Erectile dysfunction or impotence is the inability to…
Peyronie’s is a disease where scar tissue in your penis causes it to bend, curve or lose length or girth. You may be able to feel the scar tissue (plaque) through the skin or you may have pain in a…
Painful orgasm (painful ejaculation) is commonly described as a pain or burning sensation that happens when a man ejaculates. He may feel pain between his anus and genitals or in his testes. He may also feel it in the urethra,…
Yes. Telehealth can be an effective way to discuss sex health issues with your healthcare provider. During a telehealth appointment, you and your provider see and talk to each other virtually over the internet, using a computer, tablet, or smartphone.…
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a condition that is commonly associated with older age, but the inability to get or maintain an erection can also affect younger men even teens. ED is more common in men under the age of 40…
Erectile dysfunction can be a sign of a physical or psychological condition. It can cause stress, relationship strain and low self-confidence. The main symptom is a man’s inability to get or keep an erection firm enough for sexual intercourse. Patients…
