Erection Problems of Older Men
There are many things that can and should be considered before someone reaches for the bottle of Viagra, Levitra, or Cialis. In fact, some men should not consider taking one of these prescriptions because of the potential interaction with other medications or a pre-existing medical condition. Taking such medications can actually impair male sexual health.
When erection problems, erectile dysfunction, or impotence occurs, the first step should be to address mental distractions, especially stress or relationship problems. It is easy to say and often hard to do. However, especially as men age, both mental and physical distractions should be examined if erection problems occur.
Lifestyle changes such as smoking cessation, alcohol in moderation,
exercise and optimizing weight and cholesterol levels can all
have an effect on one’s ability, or inability, to get and maintain an erection. Testosterone
levels can also be checked and augmented, if they are found to be abnormally
low.
When the above steps fail to correct erection problems, medications such
as Viagra and the others can help trigger and sustain erections. But, these
medications do not work automatically, and require physical stimulation
of the penis and erotic thoughts. One cannot read "War and Peace" after
taking Viagra and expect to have an erection. It doesn't work that way.
Simply restoring erections is not always the total solution to restore sex for baby boomers. For pleasurable sex after 60, couples need to focus on incorporating erectile dysfunction treatments into a sensual romantic context. The sudden restoration of potency can sometimes create stress in a relationship because the man might be tempted to become sexually demanding, while the woman has adjusted to a situation without sexual intercourse. But sex for seniors is still viable—it just takes time to get in synchronization.
Sex Over Sixty helps couples learn sexual techniques for achieving erections and rekindling eroticism and sensuality, making sex for senior citizens enjoyable.
