Understanding Erectile Dysfunction and Low Libido in Young Men: What to Do?
Erectile dysfunction and lack of libido? Hello Doctor, I am 26 years old, and I have been experiencing issues with my sex life with my girlfriend over the past six months. I often lack the motivation, and when I do achieve an erection, it doesn't last long; it goes soft sho...
Dr. Chen Zhirong Reply:
Dear Mr. Ah-Hsi, Thank you for your letter. You indeed have a problem with sexual dysfunction. However, optimal sexual performance relies on a healthy psychological state, appropriate endocrine function, complete nerve conduction, a perfect combination of the corpora cavernosa a...[Read More] Understanding Erectile Dysfunction and Low Libido in Young Men: What to Do?
Understanding Hypospadias: Symptoms, Concerns, and Sexual Health Impact
Suspected hypospadias I am 25 years old. Recently, my girlfriend noticed that sometimes my urine stream splits when I urinate. I didn't pay much attention to it at first, but I recently read an article about hypospadias and realized that it seems somewhat similar. Additional...
Dr. Chen Xiuyi Reply:
The causes of bifurcation in urination are not necessarily due to hypospadias; the most common reasons are urethritis leading to urinary tract narrowing or phimosis. To determine if hypospadias is present, please consult a urologist for an examination. The position of the testicl...[Read More] Understanding Hypospadias: Symptoms, Concerns, and Sexual Health Impact
Why Does My Penis Hurt After Intercourse? Common Causes Explained
Why does the penis experience cramping pain after intercourse? Recently, after each sexual intercourse with my wife, I experience a throbbing pain in my penis that lasts for about 1-2 days. What could be the cause of this? Thank you!
Dr. Chen Zhirong Reply:
Mr. Wu: For a man, achieving and maintaining an erection relies on the full expansion of the corpora cavernosa and the continuous influx of blood. After ejaculation, the blood is expelled through the penile veins in conjunction with the relaxation of the corpora cavernosa. Theref...[Read More] Why Does My Penis Hurt After Intercourse? Common Causes Explained
Understanding Penile Injury: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery
Penile injury My question is as follows: Two days after an intense sexual encounter (without external injury), I woke up in the morning to find that my lower abdominal lymph nodes were swollen and painful. At the same time, my penis appeared more swollen than usual, and upon touc...
Dr. Pan Zhenqin Reply:
Based on the description, it is possible that a minor injury to the penile corpora cavernosa caused a rupture of the tunica albuginea (commonly referred to as penile fracture). The hard lump you later felt may be scar tissue from the healing process of the tunica. It is recommend...[Read More] Understanding Penile Injury: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery
Post-Surgery Erectile Dysfunction: Is It Linked to Cyst Removal?
Impotence due to surgery? For the past three years, I have had two hard nodules the size of rice grains on the dorsal side of my penis, slightly to the left. They are painless and do not cause any discomfort, and my sexual function has been normal, but they are aesthetically unpl...
Dr. Liu Jianting Reply:
A simple excision of a sebaceous cyst on the skin should not cause any damage to the penile corpora cavernosa. However, postoperative pain and scarring may lead to psychological stress that affects sexual function. I recommend that you visit a urology clinic for evaluation and as...[Read More] Post-Surgery Erectile Dysfunction: Is It Linked to Cyst Removal?