How does aging affect male’s primary sex organ? It is a question
that seeps into every man’s mind, no matter what his situation may be. Whether
single, married, healthy or unhealthy, a man’s body will eventually go through
some changes.
Here is brief rundown of what men can expect to occur as they age:
Penis Appearance & Size
As man crosses the prime sexual period, 30 years in many cases, the
male organ undergoes some significant changes. The penis head gradually loses
its color due to reduced blood flow, and pubic hair loss can be observed in
some cases. If a man puts on excess weight, and as he ages, the organ loses its
girth and length. The size loss can be reversible when caused by weight gain,
but not when caused by aging. There is nothing to worry about if you notice the
reduction in the size, since it simply happens due to reduced blood flow.
At least two mechanisms cause the penis to shrink. One, the slow
deposition of fatty substances (plaques) inside tiny arteries in the penis,
which impairs blood flow to the organ. This process, known as atherosclerosis,
is the same one that contributes to blockages inside the coronary arteries — a
leading cause of heart attack.
Curvature
If penile scar tissue accumulates unevenly, the penis can become
curved. This condition, known as Peyronie’s disease, occurs most commonly in
middle age. It can cause painful erections and make intercourse difficult. The
condition may require surgery.
Arousal Time
As men age, the testosterone level falls, and when this hormone
level falls in the body, it takes more time to achieve erection and orgasm.
Moreover, unlike the younger age, the recharging or ‘re-arousal’ time will be
longer too. As men reach 40, semen production start getting lower, and the
erection quality also starts going down. In many cases, the prostate enlarges
which weakens the urine flow and may cause other complications.
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