Penis Health

A healthy penis is a happy penis. And the owner of a happy penis is having the time of his life, no doubt about that! Didn’t someone say once upon a time that the essence of human existence relies heavily on a vigorous, exuberant sexual life.

A healthy penis is first of all, one without chancres. These are sores that appear not only on the site of infection but also in other parts of the body. They also signal a potential syphilis infection. Chancres may disappear, or come and ago, and their absence does not mean that your penis is 100% healthy. The ads continually warn that “you are still infected.”

Treponema palladium is the name given to the ulcer that surfaces when an individual is infected (you see, even the penis’ irregularities themselves have an alias). This type of ulcer carries bacteria that rapidly spread throughout the body.

While many consider it too young an age to start worrying about a healthy penis, ages 10 to 14 constitute the period when the penis starts to grow. The testicles get enlarged first, followed by the appearance of pubic hair. Young boys of that age must therefore be reminded of the risks they face when they have unprotected sex.

Men should not be misled into thinking that just because their penis is not visible, there’s absolutely nothing to worry about its appearance. But those who are obese or overweight will develop a penis that’s well…problematic.

The obesity factor does play a role in whether or not a penis is healthy. Doctors agree that body weight can affect the look and length of a penis because – are you ready for this? An overweight male’s surrounding fat can cover much of the penis.

This means you have what medical experts call a concealed penis. The layers of fat act like curtains to hide the actor’s face. And that isn’t healthy.

A healthy penis must be every man’s top priority. Note that testosterone levels decline beginning at age 30 and decrease by 10% for every decade after that.

Men must take ownership of their penis’ health. Fortunately, there are many ways this can be accomplished:

A well-balanced diet that is rich in fiber and low in fat will go a long way in maintaining penis health. The avoidance of cigarettes and engaging in regular physical exercise are another. To preserve penis health, men must have regular ejaculations (let’s keep them in the privacy of the bedroom, shall we) because the penis needs oxygen to produce Prostaglandin E1, a substance that ensures good circulation.

Men are also encouraged to ejaculate often (again, not in a public place, please) and to take nutritional supplements – vitamins A, B-complex, C, E, chromium and zinc. And in case you weren’t aware, a frequently stimulated penis is a healthy penis.

And before we forget – we did mention exercise.

Try to remember that a penis does not have any muscle so if you were thinking of putting a 10-pound dumb bell on it to make it stronger, maybe it’s better if you just put on your gym shorts back and concentrate on your biceps instead.

Statistics show that on the average, men die 6 years younger than women die and have higher mortality rates, concerning other illness.

This is in conjunction with the fact that a majority of men still view sicknesses as a sign of weakness. Hence, their reluctance to see a doctor unless it is an emergency, a surgerical procedure, or it is too late.

If the man does not take care of his health, what help is there for his penis’s health?

In the country today, erectile dysfunction is a serious medical problem that affects an estimated 30 million American men. However, this and other male problems like impotence, premature ejaculation, penile injury, or fracture, Peyronie’s Disease, Balanitis, and Priapism, can easily be prevented or cured with regular doctor’s visits.

Just like any organ, such as the eyes, heart, or liver, the penis is a complicated piece of human "hydraulic" equipment. Besides, there are many long-term medical problems associated with its neglect.

What is a penis for? First, the penis is used for urinating.

Second, the erect penis is used to provide pleasure for its owner and the partner.

Third, the penis is used for reproductive purpose. With a healthy penis, the human race lives on.

How does one know his member is healthy?

Anatomically the penis has three chambers, which is the erectile tissue, and the two larger ones of the chambers, called the Corpora Cavernosa. The smaller chamber found on the bottom, is called the Corpus Spongisum, from which urine and ejaculation is issued.

When you are aroused, your brain releases hormones, which send the blood to your penis, filing your Corpora Cavernosa to the maximum – which accounts for your erection.

As long as your penis is healthy, you can stay erect as long as you are aroused.

However, if you cannot have an erection, maintain, or control it, then something is wrong with this marvelous piece of equipment.

Here are some of the more common physical conditions of why you cannot have or sustain an erection:

Premature Ejaculation – refers to the inability of the man to delay ejaculation. This can cause the man to feel anxious and embarrassed, although it is perfectly normal.

Pelvic and Penis trauma- this can result from several causes, such as the result of an accident from the use of pleasure toys, injuries sustained during a sports activity, or the foreskin tearing during intercourse.

Peyronie's disease, and though the causes of this disease is yet unknown, when it strikes is a hard lump forms on the upper or lower part of the penis where the erectile issue is found. Without medical attention, this will grow into a hardened scar.

Balanitis - the head of the penis and the foreskin becomes inflamed. Redness, itchiness, and soreness are common symptoms. Some of the causes can be attributed to poor hygiene in uncircumcised men or a bacterial infection.

Remedies such as a salt-water bath, anti-fungal cream, or antibiotics are good solutions for this. As for prevention, washing daily and observing proper hygiene is best.

If you have diabetes, heart problems, or other vascular diseases, this condition will weaken the ability of your heart to pump blood into the penis. Alternatively, the veins in the penis are too week, so the penis cannot sustain the erection.

In addition, strong medication for depression, high blood pressure and other medical illnesses can prevent the patient from achieving an erection. Consult your doctor about this problem, so they can reduce your medication or change it.

However, it is not all physical, for there are lifestyle indicators that can cause impotence.

Smoking - Many smokers have low sperm cell count, problems with erection and impotence.

Stress - When you are worried, you will find it hard to sleep, or relax. This will make it harder for you to achieve an erection, you are more likely to have premature ejaculation or be temporarily impotent.

Obesity - Being overweight, means fatty deposits end up in your arterial walls, which in turn restricts blood flow to your penis.

Alcohol - Excessive drinking done on a regular basis causes impotence and nerve damage. Alcoholism also disrupts hormone levels.

Lastly, if you need more convincing about having a healthy penis, think of the benefits associated with this.

Here are some of the benefits you will achieve with a stronger, healthier penis:

• A satisfying and healthy sex life
• Live longer, because medical evidence shows men who make love more often live happier and longer
• When you are content, you become confident and this state flows into other areas of your life.
• Lessen the possibility of impotence or erectile dysfunction (ED)
• Have better control over ejaculation, adding more pleasurable hours when you make love.

A man after all, has only one penis; he should do all he can to ensure his penis stays fit.