Men’s Sexual Health

The World Health Organization (WHO) determines sexual health as “the state of physical, emotional, mental and social well-being related to sexuality; it is not simply the loss of disease, dysfunction, and debility. Sexual health requires a positive, respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships, as well as the possibility of having pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination, and violence. For sexual health to be achieved and maintained, the sexual rights of all persons must be valued, guarded, and fulfilled.”

“Sex Education Talks” website will address a wide range of these factors focusing on men’s sexual health, from physical issues (prostate health, chronic illnesses), to reproductive and sexual functioning issues (infertility, erectile dysfunction), to the effects of outside influences on male sexual health (medications, aging) as well as pleasure. This channel also explores issues relating to communication within sexual relationships, and much more.

Men’s sexual health channel deals with the following factors and more.

Pleasure Introduction

Pleasure adds meaning to our lives, regardless of the source of that pleasure. Sexual pleasure is particularly powerful. Our bodies respond to sexual pleasure in ways that can be exhilarating, exciting, earth-shattering, and even healing. Shared sexual pleasure can create or enhance intimacy with partners. Creativity in sexual expressions, such as trying sex toys or different sexual positions, can keep relationships sexually exciting and diverse. Sexual pleasure achieved through self-stimulation can improve body image, enhance self-appreciation, and increase understanding about the types of sexual touch one’s body prefers. This information can then be shared with a partner. This channel deals with these factors.

Orgasm Introduction

Orgasm is the powerful, pleasurable release of sexual arousal and tension. For adult men, orgasm is usually accompanied by ejaculation, however, orgasm is possible without ejaculation and ejaculation without pleasurable orgasm. Generally speaking, men will experience different muscle contractions throughout the pelvic and genital region, as well as in other parts of the body. Their heart rate and breathing will increase. Yet while physical orgasmic response can be generalized in these ways, the actual experience of orgasm can vary dramatically from person to person and from time to time. Some people describe orgasms as euphoric or spiritual. Others enjoy feeling almost out of control during orgasm, while others dislike the feelings of vulnerability they experience can induce.

Rapid or Delayed Ejaculation Introduction

Ejaculation is a response to physical and mental sexual stimulation. During arousal, seminal fluids accumulate or build up (the emission phase). Ejaculation happens when the seminal fluids are pushed out of the penis. Difficulties with ejaculation range from rapid or premature ejaculation (before the man wishes to ejaculate) to delayed or inhibited ejaculation where a man may not be able to ejaculate at all. This can be due to a wide range of factors, including, but not limited to, spinal cord injury and medication side effects. This channel includes information about ways of managing these and other ejaculation issues.

Penis and Testicular Health Introduction

The penis is the external male sex organ. When erect, the penis can be used for masturbation, vaginal, oral, and/or anal intercourse, and a wide range of other sexual behaviors. The testicles (or testes) are the male reproductive organs. Testicles are oval-shaped and housed in the scrotum, a sac that is found just beneath the base of the penis. The testicles are where sperm are produced, and it is normal for one to hang slightly lower than the other. Testicular cancer is a very real health concern for men starting in their twenties and thirties, so they should do monthly testicular self-exams to feel for any abnormal growths in their testes.

Infertility Introduction

Approximately 15% of heterosexual couples attempting their first pregnancy are unable to conceive. Most authorities will say that there is a fertility “issue” – something that requires some kind of intervention – if a couple has not become pregnant after one year of unprotected vaginal intercourse. It is important in the evaluation of infertility to respect the couple as a unit, rather than placing the “blame” or responsibility on one companion. Infertility can come as a result of factors inside the female body, inside the male body, or inside both.

Medications and Supplements Introduction

Both prescribed and ‘over-the-counter’ medications are used widely all over the world for ailments ranging from colds to back pain to post-surgical pain. These medications, in the USA approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), can be a blessing as well as a curse. Although effective at reducing pain or treating other symptoms, many medications are known to cause at least occasional problems with sexual desire and function. It is essential to be informed of this and to ask questions about sexual side effects before taking any type of medication. Also, natural herbs and dietary supplements can have powerful side effects.