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Problems with sex can be a precursor to disease
Last reviewed: 01.07.2025
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In a full-fledged relationship between a man and a woman, sex plays a very important role. Unfortunately, sometimes problems arise that can be harbingers of serious diseases. What kind? We will tell you about this.
Loss of interest
Stress and lack of proper rest often provoke problems in sex. This concerns men directly, because life in such a rhythm provokes a decrease in the production of male sex hormones - testosterone. In this case, you need to donate blood to determine the level of testosterone.
Depression
Feeling depressed may be related to depression and, as a result, taking antidepressants. Although this group of medications helps to get rid of depression, it also causes side effects - the inability to achieve orgasm - anorgasmia. Before taking antidepressants, be sure to consult your doctor about their side effects.
Read also: 8 Things You Need to Know About Antidepressants
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Psychological reasons
Nine out of ten men suffer from anorgasmia for psychological reasons. However, the remaining 10% of such cases are caused by nerve conduction disorders due to diabetes. In addition, obesity is a cause of erectile dysfunction.
Excess weight and cholesterol
If cases of erectile dysfunction occur more and more often, it may mean that the man has problems with blood vessels, the cause of which is cholesterol. This is especially true if the man is overweight.
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Arterial disease
If the problems have arisen suddenly and you have stopped getting maximum pleasure from sex, then perhaps arterial disease is to blame. If you smoke, have pain in your legs, problems with blood pressure and problems in the intimate sphere, seek help from a specialist immediately.
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Peyronie's disease
This condition is characterized by the formation of scar tissue under the skin of the penis, which can lead to painful sensations during intercourse. Peyronie's disease can occur at any age.
Testicular cancer
Testicular cancer can be detected by self-examination. It is usually painless and asymptomatic, revealing itself only by the formation of a lump that does not cause pain. If you notice something like this, this is a reason to immediately seek help from a doctor.
Too fast ejaculation
Sometimes this is a consequence of hyperthyroidism – dysfunction of the thyroid gland. This can manifest itself both in old and young age.
Pain during ejaculation
Painful sensations during ejaculation may be a consequence of prostatitis. Also, nervous disorders are the cause of this disorder.
Retrograde ejaculation
This disorder manifests itself in a very small amount of sperm or even its absence, despite the fact that the man experiences an orgasm. This phenomenon is provoked by diabetic neuropathy, taking certain medications and blocking the nerves in the pelvic area. As a result, sperm comes out through the urinary tract.