Category: Sex Problems

Libido loss doesn’t usually happen suddenly – it’s not like catching a cold where you wake up one morning and whoops, there it is. It can be a gradual process. Though difficult to define precisely, Laumann measures it as follows: “It is a lack of interest in sex for several months of the past year.”…

The production of sperm is a complex process and requires normal functioning of the testicles (testes) as well as the hypothalamus and pituitary glands — organs in your brain that produce hormones that trigger sperm production. Once sperm are produced in the testicles, delicate tubes transport them until they mix with semen and are ejaculated…

Many cases of sexual dysfunction can be corrected by treating the underlying physical or psychological problems. If you have chronic health conditions or your doctor suspects that an underlying condition might be involved, you might need further tests or a consultation with a specialist. Tests for underlying conditions might include: Physical exam. This might include careful…

Nightfall or wet dreams occur due to several causes and are usually harmless. The problem usually settles down with age, but if it occurs very frequently then it could be a cause for concern. It most commonly occurs due to the prolonged absence or lack of sexual activity. Since sperms are continuously being formed after puberty,…

Premature ejaculation occurs when a man ejaculates sooner during sexual intercourse than he or his partner would like. Premature ejaculation is a common sexual complaint. Estimates vary, but as many as 1 out of 3 men say they experience this problem at some time. As long as it happens infrequently, it’s not cause for concern.…