It’s not uncommon for men to experience sexual dysfunction at some point, whether it’s a one-time occurrence or over a prolonged period of time. Many men are too embarrassed or lack the motivation to seek a doctor’s attention, but symptoms are often easy to treat and shouldn’t be ignored. Below are the top five male sexual dysfunctions and their remedies:

1.     Premature Ejaculation:
   PE is the number one male sexual function complaint and affects 33% of men. PE occurs when early ejaculation occurs after a short period of sexual stimulation, but varies based on couples and individual levels of satisfaction. PE can be treated by an over-the-counter topical spray like Promescent, which offers a simple solution to help men control ejaculation and prolong pleasure. The lidocaine-based spray is oil aqueous and designed to absorb below the surface of the skin, which allows the product to directly penetrate the nerve-endings that control ejaculation to make intercourse last longer.

•     Erectile Dysfunction:
  ED or impotence occurs when you cannot maintain an erection long enough to engage in sex. This is a common problem that is caused by not having enough blood flow to the penis and affects about 18% of men in the U.S. It’s important to investigate what the underlying cause may be including any risk factors that affect cardiovascular health like obesity or smoking. There are several drugs available to help treat ED, including Viagra and Cialis.
•     Peyronie’s Disease:
  Prevalent in about 9% of men, Peyronie’s Disease occurs when the penis is curved from scar tissue that forms a hard lump, often causing pain and making sex difficult or impossible. While surgery is a treatment option for extreme cases, new options are being explored including oral medication and injections like Xiaflex that break down the tissue in the penis.
•     Delayed Ejaculation:
  Affecting about 3% of men in the U.S., delayed or impaired ejaculation occurs when it takes an extended amount of time for a man to reach climax, and some men aren’t able to reach climax at all. It can be temporary or a lifelong problem, and is often caused by taking certain antidepressant medications and some high blood pressure medications. This can be treated by consulting your doctor and switching your current medications.
•     Testosterone Deficiency Syndrome:
  Also called hypogonadism, this occurs when the body does not produce enough of the hormone testosterone. Estimates of prevalence in the U.S. differ, but become increasingly more common with age. Because testosterone controls all male sexual functions, symptoms include lack of sexual desire and diminished erection quality. Treatment is available in several forms as testosterone replacement therapy, including oral pills, gels, and injectables.