Penis Health

Penis Health

Tori Douglas on Aug 27th 2022

If you are a penis owner, you should be giving thought and attention to your penis every day. The health of your penis can be very important to your sexual and overall health. There are many factors that contribute to your penis health. Below we will discuss the various areas you should be giving your attention to keep your penis happy and healthy.

  • Hygiene

Keeping your genital area clean is the first step to penile health. Developing a routine to keep clean and fresh can also help you remember to visually check your penis for sores, bumps, or other abnormalities. Even the color of the skin of your penis can be an indicator of health. So develop a daily routine to wash and check your penis and scrotum for your health. Also, remember to get in the habit of urinating after sex to flush bacteria from the urethra and avoid urinary tract infection. Having a smell to the genital area beyond regular body odor can be a sign of infection.

  • Sexual relationships

How often and with whom you have sex can be a major factor of penis health. STI's can, of course, effect your sexual health. Being safe with sexual activity and watching for the signs of sexually transmitted infections can help you stay healthy. Remember, you can have an STI even without symptoms, so it is good practice to get tested with each new partner. You should also talk to your partners about their testing status.

  • Weight and age

Obesity can affect penis health, as it affects overall health in many ways. People who are obese are more likely to suffer from erectile dysfunction. This is a major factor in penile health and sexual function. Age can also affect not only libido but penile sensitivity. Many men lose libido and have trouble with erectile dysfunction as they age. Talking to your doctor to help this situation is always recommended.

  • Lifestyle

Diet, exercise, sleep, and other lifestyle factors have a big impact on sexual health, and so the health of your penis. For example, a good exercise regime can increase blood flow and help with penile health and erections. Tobacco and alcohol use can affect circulation and cause erectile dysfunction and decreased libido. Smoking can also affect penile health, as well as a host of other medical problems.

  • Underlying Medical Conditions

Many medical conditions can cause problems with penile health. Anything involving circulation such as heart disease, high blood pressure, or diabetes can affect the penis and the ability to have and maintain erections. Stress and depression can also affect sexual helath in a negative way.

  • Medications

Many different medications can cause erectile dysfunction. Be sure to talk to your doctor about the side effects of medications to see if you are at risk.

As with any health issues, see a medical professional if you have any symptoms or concerns. Your penis health is a part of your overall health and should be taken just as seriously.

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