Author: Dr. Hashmi
You may find it embarrassing if you are having difficulty maintaining an erection, or finding it hard to ejaculate, but you are not alone. Many men have the same problem. As many as two and a half million men around the UK may have some sort of sexual dysfunction at any one time. And although it may not be something you want to discuss with your friends, it is important that you get some advice if you are worried about it. Young Men The most common cause of erectile dysfunction for young men is anxiety. This may include concerns about…
If my spam folder is any indication, there’s an international epidemic of erectile dysfunction the likes of which the world has never seen before. That’s not exactly the case, but there is some cause for concern. Ever since ads for Viagra hit the airwaves more than a decade ago, many of us can quote facts about erectile dysfunction (including what you should do if an erection lasts for more than four hours). Long-term ED affects 5 percent of men by age 40. That figure jumps to 25 percent of men by age 65. Young men are often left out of conversations about…
Many men prefer a natural libido booster to prescription medications such as Viagra, which is increasingly abused as a recreational drug The origin of “aphrodisiac” derives from Greek mythology and references Aphrodite, the goddess of love. Since the beginning of time, men have searched for aphrodisiacs in order to stimulate their failing passions. Overtime, longevity has increased and so has the pursuit for enhanced experience. Although Viagra (sildenafil citrate) has proven itself an extremely effective aphrodisiac, it is also a prescription medication that is not appropriate for use by all men and is in fact considered “inadvisable” for those men…
The not-so-sexy truth: It’s not always easy to get excited about sex after working a nine-hour day and ferrying around three kids. It’s not always easy even if you have only one kid and didn’t step outside the house all day. In general, some 43 percent of women and 31 percent of men in the United States report sexual dysfunction. The numbers are even higher for those over 50. Indeed one study of menopausal women found that nearly half reported a decrease in sexual desire after menopause. Lots of issues contribute to the problem, including stress, smoking and hormonal imbalance.…
Do you find yourself too busy, too tired, or too distracted for sex? Or does your drive just not seem to be there like it used to? Testosterone is not responsible for libido alone. Especially for women, desire stems from a much more complicated set of hormonal and emotional interactions. But for men, while testosterone is not the whole story, it does play a leading role and the modern lifestyle may be your T’s worst enemy. There is a new syndrome called Irritable Male Syndrome, or IMS, that’s due to testosterone deficiency. It goes beyond low libido, and includes emotional…
Do you feel like your sex drive just isn’t what it used to be? You aren’t alone — many people feel that way at some point in their lives. In some cases, a decrease in libido may be due to a medical issue. For many people, however, the situation may be remedied without resorting to medication. Check out the top 10 natural libido boosters, from Dr. Catherine Hood. You just may find one that puts the spark back into your love life. Drink in Moderation One alcoholic drink can lubricate a nervous first-date situation. By reducing anxiety and stress one…
It’s the truth: You reach a certain age where having sex isn’t as easy or satisfying as it used to be. Many factors can contribute to erectile dysfunction (ED)—anything from smoking to cardiovascular disease to general stress—and you shouldn’t be shy about discussing any erectile problems with your doctor. If there’s an underlying health condition causing your troubles, treating the cause may get you back to top form in no time. Of course, these days we also have a variety of medication available to help men achieve and maintain an erection. But before you pop a pill, try these natural…
ED or erectile dysfunction affects millions globally. Its implications are not just physical, but emotional as well. A man with erectile problems will not only be conscious of his incapability, but will also be socially and mentally backward as he is not confident about himself. Erectile dysfunction is a problem that many men suffer from and hide due to the social stigma attached to it. It manifests itself as a difficulty in attaining an erection and sustain the erection during copulation. As this is a problem that will have a great impact on your sexual life and your ability to…
Impotence is man’s inability to sustain the erection of his manhood. Someone who has the sexual urge, but lacks in sexual prowess is known to be impotent. It robs you of the feeling of masculinity. The term itself is ignominious to the personality of the person in question. People suffering from impotence always try to hide their inability from the society at large. However, your partner is quite aware of the fact and is the sole victim of this inability of yours. Though this inability is mainly associated with old age, young people are no longer immune to it. Off late…
ED or erectile dysfunction is a common problem faced by men during their reproductive years. The condition causes sexual dysfunction when a man cannot attain an erection and retain it for long when he manages to attain it. Stress, lifestyle and certain medications and conditions are responsible for this condition. Many men who suffer from erectile dysfunction are scared and embarrassed to admit it, let alone treat it, as there are many personal as well as social repercussions associated with this condition. If this is the case with your life partner, here are some ways by which you can treat…