flaccid penis it's normal?
If you are at rest, yes. In fact, this is how the penis is most of the time.
The problem is when the organ behaves this way in the middle of an erection, or before and during sex.
Do you want to better understand why this happens and the possible causes for an inconsistent erection? Continue reading the article.
Flabby penis or lack of erection?
Before listing the possible causes for an inconsistent erection, let's clarify the differences between a flaccid penis and a partial or unsatisfactory erection.
Well, the penis spends most of the time flaccid or mushy. So one flaccid penis is nothing more than a penis at rest.
In that state, the flaccid penis size it can vary between 5 and 10 cm at rest and when erect, it can vary between 13 and 15 cm. It is worth remembering that this is the average of the Brazilian, in other countries the size of the flaccid penis may vary.
A “half-bomb” erection, as it is popularly known, is when, even after sexual stimulation, the penis is not completely rigid and this may or may not prevent the sexual act, depending on the degree.
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Does a flaccid penis prevent intercourse?
It depends. A mild degree of partial erection does not prevent sexual intercourse. On the other hand, the penis doesn't stay that hard, nor does it stay that way for long, which means it can be difficult to keep the penis hard without ejaculating.
In addition, if the man uses to penetrate with the penis with an inconsistent erection in a systematic way, he can develop small fissures in the organ, which will trigger the penile fibrosis, which are the main causes of Peyronie's disease.
Already the most serious cases of lack of erection prevent the sexual act, because penetration does not happen and that's where the problems start.
- The man is frustrated with his performance;
- The partner may feel that the problem is with him or that there is no more sexual desire;
- And even distrust of extramarital relationships may arise.
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What are the possible causes for an inconsistent erection?
Show episodes of flaccid penis before or during the sexual act can have several causes:
Physical factors that impair erection
- Heart disease;
- High cholesterol;
- High pressure;
- Diabetes;
- Obesity;
- Peyronie's disease;
- Penile Fibrosis.
environmental factors
- Bad eating habits;
- Bad sleep;
- Excessive alcohol consumption;
- Smoking;
- Sedentary lifestyle.
psychological factors
- Depression;
- Anxiety;
- Stress;
- Relationship problems;
- Everyday concerns can also interfere with sexual function.
hormonal factors
- Low testosterone;
- Alteration of thyroid hormones, such as TSH, T4 and T3.
As you have seen, there are several causes that can trigger a flaccid penis during sexual intercourse. If you're past 40, you may start to experience more episodes as you get older because of aging.
The good news is that once the cause of the inconsistent erection is identified, the treatment is quick and promises to restore the individual's self-esteem.
What is the treatment for inconsistent erection?
The treatment for a flaccid penis during excitation varies according to the cause. Therefore, looking for an expert on the subject is the best thing to do.
Regardless of the cause, erection medications are the first line of treatment. And despite being an interesting option, they do not resolve the cause of the problem and not all men respond well to treatment.
These medications are PDE5 inhibitors and are sold in pharmacies, but they can also be compounded.
But before self-medicating, it is necessary to make it clear that only the specialist can define the dose of the drug and how the drug will be used.
Still, there are other options for dealing with the problem of flaccid penis during sex:
intracavernous therapy
This therapy uses vasodilator substances, which are applied to the side of the penis 5 to 15 minutes before sexual intercourse. And, despite being an effective treatment, it can cause fibrosis at the application site.
Low-intensity shock wave therapy
For cases where the problem of flaccid penis has a vascular cause, that is, when there is an obstruction in the veins of the penis that prevents proper irrigation of the site, this therapy shows significant results.
The treatment consists of using acoustic waves to stimulate penile microcirculation, and this helps to improve erection.
penile prosthesis
An effective and definitive option is penile prostheses. It is a more invasive treatment, because the prostheses are implanted inside the corpora cavernosa of the penis.
For this reason, they are indicated for those who do not respond or have not adapted to previous treatments.
When to look for a specialist?
If you are suffering from problems with flaccid penis before or during intercourse and you feel that your erection is not consistent, don't let it get in the way of your sex life.
As you have seen, the causes for a partial or unsatisfactory erection can be varied and only a specialist can diagnose and treat the condition.
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9 comments on “Flaccid penis: when the erection is not consistent”
Sequisual erection problem with my wife, the penis can't stand it, 5 minutes it becomes soft, what is the solution?
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Hello, I went out with a woman, and she didn't kiss well, so I didn't feel horny and I tried to penetrate with a soft penis, and I ejaculated within 1 minute on three attempts, what could it be?
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I have trouble keeping my penis erect. What to do??
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