A sexual health problem refers to any unusual experiences during any phase of the sexual response cycle which inhibits a feeling of satisfaction between couples during a sexual interaction.Research shows that about 43% of women and 31% of men experience some difficulties during an intercourse in one phase including excitement, plateau, orgasm, and resolution. However, researches indicate that majority are hesitant in sharing their bed issues with their partners, friends, or doctors. The good news is that majority of sexual dysfunctions respond well to treatment, thus discussing it with your physician and partner is quite important.
Causes of sexual problems
Common causes include physical and psychological.
- Physical: there are several physical and medical conditions that can adversely affect your sexual functions. They include diabetes, heart disease, neurological disorders, and chronicillnesses such as kidney or liver failure, substance abuse including alcohol and street drugs and hormonal imbalances. Some medications used in treating other illnesses like antidepressants for depression can affect both your sexual drive and function.
- Psychological:These refer to stress and anxiety from work or family issues such as conflicts. Other causes include worries about your sexual performance, depression, past sexual trauma, severed relationships,and complications such as fear of infection with sexual transmitted disease.
Both men and women of all ages are affected with sexual health concerns. However, seniors are mostly affected due to declined sexual health related to age.In men, common sexual problems include;
- Premature ejaculation:Are you a one minute man? This refers to ejaculation which occurs suddenly after penetration.
- Retarded ejaculation: This occurs when you can hardly have an orgasm despite of a lengthy sexual contact with your partner.
- Retrograde ejaculation: Just when you are about to reach an orgasm, the ejaculate is pushed back in to your bladder rather than coming out through your penis.This is common in men with diabetic nerve damages
Some cases of premature or inhibited ejaculation occur as a result psychological perception such as regarding sex as sinful act or lack of attraction for your partner. Premature ejaculation is the most common form of erectile dysfunction in men resulting from anxiety about improved sexual performance. Here are some suggestions that can help you overcome the frustrations during an intercourse:
- Romantic sound: this can come from the moaning of your spouse or listening to romantic music.Connect with the music or moan during an intercourse as aid for both of you to get a thrilling orgasm.
- Fantasy: visualize previous sweet experiences you ever heard with your spouse. This can apply with someone different though the feelings of detachment after orgasm can be felt.
- Converse with your spouse: request your spouse to stimulate or caress you in a certain way to enhance your feelings during an intercourse.
- Use of supplements: these refer to medications, creams, herbal extracts and gels intended for greater sexual experiences.It is always important to consult with your physician as some may have possible side effects especially in people with other underlying medical conditions.
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