Sexual health In Males

    

Author- Dr Richa Sharma(IVF consultant Mumbai)

Men's sexual health is an important aspect of men's health, whether you're trying to prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections or you're worried about erectile dysfunction or other men's sexual health problems.For some men, worries about penis size top the list of their sexual health concerns. However, you're probably more normal than you think  As you get older, understand common changes in men's sexual health — and how to maintain a healthy and enjoyable sex life at any age.  

Myths and Facts-

You often hear about the importance of physical health, mental health and spiritual health, but feeling confident about your sexual health also is very important. Achieving sexual health allows for:·        

Healthy relationships·        

Planned pregnancies·        

Disease prevention 

That's why it's essential to be well-informed about all aspects of sexual health and what it takes to have a fulfilling sex life. Similarly, it's important to be aware of factors that can complicate your sexual health. Don't let embarrassment keep you from bringing up concerns or asking questions of your doctor or other health care providers.We will discuss in a stepwise fashion various Myths and Facts at different stages in different age groups in  males

1. Myths-Masturbation is harmful ?

Ans- No its totally safe. It increases mental well-being not mental illness or instability like some myths suggest.

2.Masturbation can affect normal relationship of a husband wife ?

Ans –No rather it may help to improve the same.It has some advantages like- enhanced sex between partners understanding your own body increased ability for orgasms boosted self-esteem and body     image increased sexual satisfaction treatment for sexual     dysfunction 

3. Myth-Sexual health and fertility  go hand to hand.  Poor relationship will feeble your chances to have baby?

Ans-Good health definitely improves the chances of conception but its not a must as science is now advanced to overcome any difficulties happening naturally inform of Assisted Reproductive Techniques(ART)

4. Myth-Sex can increase cancer risk?

Ans- Rather it decreases risk. Men who are in a healthy relationship are less  to receive a prostate cancer diagnosis before the age of 70.  Even it has been observed that men who had frequent orgasms (defined as two or more a week) had a 50 percent lower mortality risk than those who had sex less often.

5.Oldage and sex life Physical changes, illness, disabilities and some medicines can make sex  difficult .Don't be afraid to bring up concerns with your doctor or other health care provider. And remember,whatever your age, take precautions to protect yourself from sexually transmitted infections.