Sex is painful not just for women, but for men as well.
Sex can be hurtful for men too, here's why
HIGHLIGHTS
- Sex can be painful for men as well
- Prostatitis takes place because of an infection in the prostate gland
- Genital herpes is an STD which can cause immense pain during intercourse
Sexual intercourse can be both pleasurable and painful too. Strange how two completely opposite sensations can occur from the same activity! Well, painful sex is no myth, neither a very uncommon condition, and yes, sex does not hurt only women; it can be painful for men as well. This soft and soothing act can sometimes be painful enough to kill your sex drive altogether. Who would wish to go through excruciating pain to reach climax, and what's worse, you may not even reach climax in most cases!
Men experience pain during intercourse and during ejaculation. So if you are experiencing pain during sexual intercourse, it is a signal that something is going severely wrong and needs to be treated.
Gentlemen, here's what's causing you so much pain during sex. Take a look.
Also read: Painful Sex? You're Not Alone - Tips And Remedies
1. Prostatitis
Prostatitis takes place because of an infection in the prostate gland. It leads to swelling, inflammation and pain at the back end of the penis. It leads to pain during urination and ejaculation. This condition can be treated with medication prescribed by a urologist. You could also try sitting in a tub of warm water with your buttocks submerged in the water. Also, drink lots of fluids and refrain from sitting in the same place for too long.
2. Dermatitis
Especially in case of men who are circumcised, dermatitis can take place. It happens due to sensitivity on the skin of penis due to allergic reactions and sensitivity caused by use of chemical products. For treatment, ensure that you do not use anything on your penis just before sex. In case the allergies are severe, refrain from sex till you recover.
3. Genital herpes
Genital herpes is a sort of sexually transmitted disease which can spread infection very easily and cause a great deal of pain during intercourse. In this condition, lump-like pimples form on the penis. In this condition, you should not have sex till you get a proper treatment from a urologist or a sex therapist.
4. Tight foreskin
When the foreskin of the penis is too tight to retract from above, it causes a great deal of pain during intercourse. Sadly, not much can be done about this with the help of medication or home remedies. But you may have to go under the knife for relief from this condition.
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