Aa
Do I have an erectile dysfunction?
I'm a 34 year old male smoker.
I haven't been in a couple in quite some time, almost 5 years, for not finding anyone I feel comfortable dating.
All my life, i've struggled with problems maintaining a full erection for a lenghty period of time, up to and including my first sexual relationship. I know there is a mixture of performance anxiety in there, since I'm the type of person that can never completely "turn off". With some girlfriends it's been problematic, with others, including one that can be categorized as "a nymphomaniac", the problem was practically non-existent.
I rarely have an erection when being given a *******, with the exception of one girlfriend a long time ago. At times, with other girls I wanted very badly, I couldn't seem to maintain an erection. When I did, I could go on having intercourse for very lenghty periods of time, without ejaculation, until the point where I would kind of become sick of it.
I used to train enormously, which isn't the case anymore, although I'm starting again and desperately trying to quit smoking, which has been cut back drastically. I'm currently seeing someone and while I haven't yet proceeded to a physical level, I'm already anxious as to what happens when it does. At first I simply associated the trouble with lack of self esteem over size, but I have been told quite a few times that i'm well average (limp, about 3 inches, erect, between 5.5 and 6 inches precisely).
I know this is a problem that concerns and affects many a man and that all of us, for the pleasure of our partners and our quest for love and healthy relationships, wish to pleasure them as often and as well as the greatest of lovers, which makes these sensitive question.
My question is, do I have a sign of an erectile dysfunction and should I go see a specialist on it, or is this something that I can solve by boosting my self confidence and simply trying to relax more when it comes to sex? It's always been a source of stress in my life, save on some occasions.
Thank you as always.
I haven't been in a couple in quite some time, almost 5 years, for not finding anyone I feel comfortable dating.
All my life, i've struggled with problems maintaining a full erection for a lenghty period of time, up to and including my first sexual relationship. I know there is a mixture of performance anxiety in there, since I'm the type of person that can never completely "turn off". With some girlfriends it's been problematic, with others, including one that can be categorized as "a nymphomaniac", the problem was practically non-existent.
I rarely have an erection when being given a *******, with the exception of one girlfriend a long time ago. At times, with other girls I wanted very badly, I couldn't seem to maintain an erection. When I did, I could go on having intercourse for very lenghty periods of time, without ejaculation, until the point where I would kind of become sick of it.
I used to train enormously, which isn't the case anymore, although I'm starting again and desperately trying to quit smoking, which has been cut back drastically. I'm currently seeing someone and while I haven't yet proceeded to a physical level, I'm already anxious as to what happens when it does. At first I simply associated the trouble with lack of self esteem over size, but I have been told quite a few times that i'm well average (limp, about 3 inches, erect, between 5.5 and 6 inches precisely).
I know this is a problem that concerns and affects many a man and that all of us, for the pleasure of our partners and our quest for love and healthy relationships, wish to pleasure them as often and as well as the greatest of lovers, which makes these sensitive question.
My question is, do I have a sign of an erectile dysfunction and should I go see a specialist on it, or is this something that I can solve by boosting my self confidence and simply trying to relax more when it comes to sex? It's always been a source of stress in my life, save on some occasions.
Thank you as always.
Thank you for your help, Doctor, as you can see I haven't been here in a while and considering I haven't had any Relationships since that time, I think the point is rather moot ;-)
I just wanted to thank you, it's appreciated.
Richard.
I just wanted to thank you, it's appreciated.
Richard.
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Hello,
At some stage of life most men have temporary difficulty getting and maintaining an erection. This is usually due to stress, alcohol or tiredness. However, persistent, long-term problems getting and maintaining an erection hard enough to have the type of sex you and your partner want is known as erectile dysfunction (ED) and it needs evaluation.
It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.
At some stage of life most men have temporary difficulty getting and maintaining an erection. This is usually due to stress, alcohol or tiredness. However, persistent, long-term problems getting and maintaining an erection hard enough to have the type of sex you and your partner want is known as erectile dysfunction (ED) and it needs evaluation.
It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.
Have an Answer?
You are reading content posted in the Erectile Dysfunction Community
Millions of people are diagnosed with STDs in the U.S. each year.
STDs can't be transmitted by casual contact, like hugging or touching.
Syphilis is an STD that is transmitted by oral, genital and anal sex.
Discharge often isn't normal, and could mean an infection or an STD.
STDs aren't transmitted through clothing. Fabric is a germ barrier.
Normal vaginal discharge varies in color, smell, texture and amount.
