There are two broad categories that the causes of erectile dysfunction (ED) fall into: physical and physiological. Physical health problems are the most likely cause of erectile dysfunction, particularly in older males. Common chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes and high blood pressure are often associated with ED and therefore, a healthy lifestyle is the […]
Premature ejaculation is uncontrolled ejaculation either before or shortly after sexual penetration. It happens with minimal sexual stimulation and before the person wishes. It may result in unsatisfactory sex for both partners. This can increase the anxiety that may add to the problem. It is one of the most common forms of male sexual dysfunction. […]
Men who undergo surgery to create a new penis seem to fare well in the long term, two new studies show. The surgery, known as phalloplasty, is most often done for transgender men who want to undergo a surgical transition. But it’s also an option for men who’ve lost their penis to cancer or trauma […]
Nearly six in 10 women over the age of 60 who are in committed relationships are sexually active, new research shows. “I wasn’t necessarily surprised by the proportion of older women who are sexually active, but maybe others might be,” said study author Dr. Holly Thomas, an assistant professor of medicine at University of Pittsburgh […]
The most common natural remedies for ED include those derived from plants and herbs, which some cultures have used for many years. Although there have been very few studies conducted on the safety of these natural remedies, some of them have been found to have side effects that vary from mild to severe. Causes of […]
It’s not the end of sex Erectile dysfunction (ED) doesn’t have to signal the end of your sex life. As many as 30 million men in the United States are affected by ED, reports the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. Many cases of it respond well to lifestyle changes, medications, surgery, […]
During menopause and perimenopause fluctuating levels of reproductive hormones can result in changes in our libido or interest in sex. However, it’s not all about hormones and there’s no biological reason why sex can’t be great into our 80s. How will the menopause affect your sex drive? Lots of us find a drop in sex […]
Light therapy, commonly used to treat seasonal depression, may restore a measure of libido to men who struggle with a low sex drive, a small study suggests. Cue from nature Italian researchers said they found that men exposed to just two weeks of daily doses of bright light saw their testosterone levels increase more than […]
Many of you have read about, or personally experienced the signs that your relationship is in serious trouble. Here’s a few to jog your memory: When your partner emotionally distances from you for an inordinate period of time; when he/she starts fights or becomes agitated over relatively minor issues; when the fighting goes from 0 […]
In the office this week I saw a frazzled soccer mom, a newlywed, an executive empty nester and a marathoner all with the same symptom: low sex drive. All wanted their “hormone levels” checked, convinced that their ovaries were most surely to blame for their lack of mojo. With 40% of women experiencing low sex […]
Just as you can have difficulty performing on the playing field or in the boardroom, Sexual Dysfunction is simply another form of “performance anxiety”. Erectile Dysfunction and Premature Ejaculation have multiple causes, both physical and psychological. They are frustrating conditions that affect many men, and may also disturb their sexual partners and relationships. Occasional episodes […]
Your penis can serve as a harbinger to health happenings all over your body. One you might not have known? Erection issues can foretell a painful problem with your feet, new research from Keele University in the UK suggests. In the study, researchers followed nearly 48 000 men for an average of 10 years, some with […]
Using a vibrator after becoming accustomed to manual stimulation is like switching from driving a manual to an automatic car: You don’t have to work as hard and you don’t stall as often, so you can relax and enjoy the ride. If you haven’t experienced orgasm yet, a vibrator might do the trick to get […]
One of cinema’s most sexually satisfied franchises returned to the screen this month with Fifty Shades Darker, the sizzling sequel in the bonkbusting 50 Shades of Grey series, boasting more nookie in 118 minutes than many of us could hope to see this side of summer. The heroine, Anastasia Steele, trembles, pants, and repeatedly finds […]
When couples are first dating, everyone puts their best foot forward, man and woman both trying to be as attractive and desirable as possible to each other. As time passes, and the relationship deepens and leads to marriage, the passion that was so powerfully charged in the beginning can begin to wane. Whether you have […]
Postmenopausal women with low sexual desire levels reported improved sexual function after they were treated with a patch in which the male hormone testosterone was applied through the skin, a clinical study has found. However, more studies are needed to confirm the safety of this treatment. “Many postmenopausal women continue to be sexually active despite […]
If you only experience occasional episodes of erectile dysfunction, you may be able to treat it at home without a doctor’s help. Lifestyle changes. Some of the causes of erection failure are within your control, such as stress, smoking, and alcohol use. Regular exercise and the correct diet help to prevent and treat ED. Talk […]
Having a healthy, stable, loving relationship is one of life’s greatest joys, and one that no man should take for granted. The bad news is, however, it’s more than likely that if you’re a guy who dates women, your long-term girlfriend, wife or partner is going to get bored of having sex with you. A […]
Around since the 1950s, antidepressants are primarily used to treat depression. Nowadays these drugs are used to treat several disorders such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), generalised anxiety disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and even chronic pain. But as much as antidepressants are hailed as a “miracle drug” for mental illness, many have a serious […]
Women looking to jump-start their sex life may want to spend more time in bed. That’s the conclusion of a new study that suggests that each additional hour of sleep increased by 14 percent the likelihood that a woman would engage in sexual activity with a partner the next day. Better genital arousal “Our study […]