Chapter 20 Erectile Dysfunction and Other Male Sexual Problems In This Chapter Curing premature ejaculation Combating erectile dysfunction
know that many of you men dont believe that your gender suffers from any sexual dysfunction, even if you yourself may be a prime example. The reason for this idea is that in general, men have a tough-guy image to keep up and so are less likely to seek help for a problem of any sort, especially if it has anything to do with their "John Thomas," or whatever pet name you have for your penis. But, as reluctant to admit it as you or any man may be, many men do suffer from a sexual problem of one sort or another, at least at certain times in their lives. Sometimes sexual problems can result from disease, such as testicular or prostate cancer. (I discuss these problems in Chapter 2.) But, lucky for you, the most common male sexual problem isnt a physical problem at all, but a learning disability. This chapter covers those problems you may be embarrassed to talk about - premature ejaculation, impotency, curved penises, retarded ejaculation, and lack of desire - as well as the one problem you may secretly be glad to have on some level - permanent erections. As our knowledge of the human body has advanced, better treatments have been developed for many of these con- ditions, and I talk about those too. 280 Part IV: Having a Healthy Sex Life I hope that if you have any of the problems mentioned in this chapter, or if you ever develop them, you wont turn your back on them but instead will take some positive action. Many men act as though their genitals are sepa- rate from the rest of their bodies and not totally under their control. But, of course, that is ridiculous. So if something is bothering you, take charge and get the problem fixed. Premature Ejaculation
