Men’s sexual health goes beyond the physicality of sex. A healthy sex life involves a variety of physical, mental, and social factors. Therefore, it’s extremely important to understand sexual health and how it can impact your life.
There’s a lot of information out there, both true and false, so it can be hard to understand the complexities of sexual health. Fortunately, our doctors at Amy Brenner, MD & Associates are experts when it comes to men’s sexual health in Cincinnati, and we’ve put together a detailed guide to help you better understand everything you need to know to improve your well-being!
What is sexual health?
The answer isn’t as simple as you think. Sexual health is a state of well-being that allows men to enjoy sex and perform as best as he can. That means, sexual health isn’t just the lack of disease. It’s a multi-faceted area of health that requires physical, mental, and social satisfaction.
Someone with great sexual health:
- Has a desire to have sex
- Can get and maintain an erection
- Reaches an orgasm and ejaculates properly
When any or all of those three factors aren’t present, it can negatively impact your self-esteem and overall outlook on life.
Types of sexual dysfunctions in men
There are a variety of sexual disorders and dysfunctions that could stop you from having a positive sex experience. If left untreated, sexual dysfunctions could lead to more problems outside of your sex life. That’s why we tell all our patients that it’s important to speak up if you have concerns instead of suffering in silence.
The source behind a sexual problem depends on the person and can be physical or psychological.
Physical causes of sexual dysfunction:
- Low testosterone
- Medications (such as antidepressants)
- High blood pressure
- Stroke
- Diabetes
- Cigarette smoking
- Drug abuse
- Alcoholism
Psychological causes of sexual dysfunction:
- Performance anxiety
- Relationship problems with a significant other
- Depression
- Stress
- Past sexual trauma
Erectile Dysfunction
Men who suffer from erectile dysfunction can’t get and/or maintain an erection. It’s a disorder that’s common, affecting 50% of men over 40 to some degree. Especially as you age, blood flow to the penis decreases, which makes it harder for an erection to occur.
Low testosterone
Testosterone is an important hormone that impacts your sexual desire. If you find that you have a low libido, it may be because your testosterone levels are out of whack. You can always visit a sexual health doctor in Cincinnati to test your levels if you’re unsure.
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Peyronie’s disease
Peyronie’s disease occurs when scar tissue called plaque forms in the penis. When the penis is soft, the condition isn’t noticeable. But when the penis is erect, the plaque can cause it to bend, causing pain and discomfort.
Doctors and researchers don’t know the exact cause of Peyronie’s disease, but some believe it may come after a trauma that causes the penis to bleed. You might not even notice the trauma. Other times it may arise over time due to genetics.
How is male sexual dysfunction treated?
Treatment for sexual dysfunction depends on the problem you have and its source (if the source is known).
Quick side note: You should always speak with a doctor before doing anything on your own to prevent any damage or negative side effects.
👉Medications: Your doctor could opt to prescribe medication to alleviate sexual dysfunction symptoms. For instance, medications such as Viagra® help with erectile dysfunction.
👉Hormone therapy: If you have a testosterone issue, hormone therapy can be used to balance out your levels. This can be done via injections, patches, or gels.
👉Psychological therapy: A doctor can help you determine if your issues stem from psychological problems. In that case, therapy can help you talk through the issues to find sustainable solutions.
👉Mechanical tools: Tools like pumps and penile implants are sometimes used to enlarge the penis and aid erectile dysfunction.
Do natural sexual health supplements work?
Natural supplements can be great for a variety of reasons. However, the amount that these supplements typically raise T levels is never “clinically significant” (we cannot actually measure the results). Therefore, you may not actually notice any real changes or improvements by taking them; if you do notice results, they will most likely be minor.
How to improve your sexual health
There are other ways to improve your sexual health without taking potentially harmful supplements. These require simple lifestyle changes that anyone can do.
Do cardio exercises
Cardiovascular exercises help keep your heart in shape, which can help your overall performance during sex.
Eat foods that increase blood flow
Some foods will help increase blood flow to help avoid issues such as erectile dysfunction. These include: bananas, onions, eggs, and foods high in omega-3 fatty acids.
Get help for bad habits
Alcoholism and drug abuse both factor into your sexual health. If you have trouble stopping on your own, don’t be afraid to seek outside help.
Visit a sexual health doctor
At the end of the day, a sexual health doctor is an expert at making sure your sexual health is up to par.
What does a men’s sexual health doctor do?
A men’s sexual health doctor can improve your sexual health in Cincinnati by evaluating your underlying conditions and reducing symptoms that cause sexual dysfunction. When you meet with a sexual health doctor, he or she will take a look at your current medications, past diagnoses/medical procedures, and examine your body when necessary. All of these steps are meant to help find a solution that will get you back to enjoying sex!
If you’re looking for the best men’s sexual wellness doctor in Cincinnati, Amy Brenner & Associates is the way to go. With us, we’ll equip you with MyIntimacy®, which is your customized treatment plan that will cater to your specific needs to restore your sexual health.
Our sexual health procedures for men
Testosterone optimization
Our testosterone optimization treatment can help men replenish their testosterone levels to have them feeling like they did when they were younger. At Amy Brenner, MD & Associates, we offer different treatment options.
- Testosterone Pellet Therapy (subcutaneous implants): After using a local anesthetic, testosterone pellets are placed through a 5mm incision in the hip or love handles The process only takes a few minutes, and the benefits last between 4 to 6 months!
- Testosterone Injection Therapy: Unlike pellets, testosterone injections don’t require any downtime. They are self-administered 2 to 3 times a week.
- Bioidentical Hormone Cream Therapy: We will provide testosterone cream that you will apply on a daily basis.
- For those men who desire future fertility or not yet a candidate for testosterone therapy, we will discuss other means to “boost” your own production of testosterone.
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P-Shot®
The P-Shot®, or Priapus Shot, is designed to improve erectile dysfunction, penis size, and overall sexual wellness in men. We also use the treatment to help with Peyronie’s disease.
Just like the O-Shot®, the P-Shot® uses PRP from your blood to rejuvenate the penis. After the procedure, men can benefit from:
- Increased penis size
- Strengthened penis
- Straightened penis
- Increased circulation within the penis for a healthier organ
- Increased sensation and pleasure
- Relief from Peyronie’s disease
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Wave therapy
Wave therapy for men is designed to give stronger, longer-lasting erections and optimize sexual performance. It fights against erectile dysfunction, which affects 50% of men to some degree. Unlike oral medications, wave therapy gives long-term results so that you can perform better than you have in years!
Wave pulses target aging blood vessels to increase blood flow to the penis, resulting in increased sensitivity and shorter recovery times in between sex.
Improve your sexual health today
It’s never too late to improve your sexual health. Our team of doctors and nurse practitioners at Amy Brenner, MD & Associates specialize in men’s sexual health in Cincinnati, and we will customize a plan that will help relieve sexual dysfunctions to get you back to enjoying sex. When you choose our expert team, you can join our many other patients who experience:
- Boosts in confidence
- Better sex life
- Overall wellness improvement
- Increased libido
To get started, contact us or use our virtual consultation tool to get you one step closer to finding the perfect sexual health treatment.