Sexual activity is a normal physiological need for adult men and women, as well as a spice for marital life. Harmonious and moderate sexual activity can enhance the relationship between husband and wife, and even have effects such as boosting immunity and delaying aging.
However, many men experience a decline in sexual function in life, especially as they age, this phenomenon becomes more noticeable, severely impacting the quality of sexual life for both parties and causing significant psychological pressure on men.
So, what are the reasons for the decline in male sexual function?
1. Age Factor
Male sexual function decline is closely related to age. Men have a strong sexual desire from adolescence, peaking at the age of 35 with a gradual decrease thereafter. By the age of 50, due to decreased sexual desire and inadequate secretion of sex hormones, sexual function will significantly decline.
2. Disease and Medication Factors
When men suffer from specific diseases, it can also affect sexual function. For example, prostate diseases easily impact sexual function. Additionally, diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, chronic hepatitis, and chronic renal insufficiency can lead to a decrease in sexual function.
For sexual function decline caused by diseases, it is necessary for men to undergo medical examinations, actively treat the underlying diseases, and also monitor their testosterone levels. If necessary, supplementing testosterone can improve sexual dysfunction.
In addition to the impact of diseases, taking certain medications can also affect sexual function. Medications such as antihypertensives, hormone-related drugs, and psychiatric medications can diminish sexual desire, leading to a decline in sexual function. If taking such medications, consultation with a healthcare professional to adjust dosage or change medications can help improve sexual function.
3. Psychological Stress Factors
Modern society’s fast pace of life places significant pressure on many men in their work and personal lives. Excessive mental stress can also result in a decrease in sexual function.
Prolonged excessive psychological stress can easily cause anxiety, unease, and disrupt the brain’s functioning, leading to not only a decrease in sexual desire but also erectile dysfunction, reducing the quality of sexual life.
4. Unhealthy Lifestyle Habits
Research indicates that heavy drinking can disrupt the negative feedback mechanism of sex hormones, causing the gonads to lose compensation, leading to testicular atrophy, resulting in decreased sexual desire, impotence, and other sexual dysfunctions. Furthermore, excessive alcohol consumption can result in alcohol poisoning, chronic liver damage causing sexual dysfunction, continued long-term heavy drinking may eventually result in complete loss of sexual function.
In addition to alcohol consumption, smoking can also affect sexual function. Excessive smoking can cause erectile dysfunction and affect sperm quality. The more cigarettes one smokes and the longer the duration, the more likely it is to impair sexual function.
Moreover, inadequate sleep, poor nutrition can also affect sexual function. Only by avoiding alcohol and tobacco, improving unhealthy lifestyle habits, can sexual function problems be addressed.
Typically, male sexual function gradually declines with age, but if young or middle-aged men experience early-onset sexual dysfunction, it is necessary to reflect on whether it is due to poor daily habits, such as excessive mental stress, smoking, or drinking, among other factors.
If present, timely correction is required, along with regular exercise, and attention to nutritional supplementation, in order to restore normal sexual function and rediscover the joys of a fulfilling sexual life experience.
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