Most men think they know all there is to know about the penis. But chances are the following five facts aren’t something you’ve picked up anywhere else. The fact is, we may love talking about the female form but the male body – and specifically his penis – is often neglected in terms of conversation. Luckily, we’re here to guide you through five surprising facts about the man downstairs.
If You Don’t Play, He May Go Away
The ‘use it or lose it’ excuse some men use isn’t far from the truth. Recent research has found that without regular erections, the skin on the penis can actually become less elastic and result in a permanent shrinkage of size. Luckily, it takes more than a particularly long dry spell before you have anything to worry about. Men who don’t get erections during the day are saved by a built-in mechanism of the brain. Each night and your body enters REM sleep your penis gets a message from the brain to get up and have a stretch. These nocturnal erections don’t have anything to do with your dreams. You could be dreaming about flying through the air with all of your childhood comic book hero fantasies coming true or you could be dreaming that you’re walking through the grocery store with no pants on while your pet alligator belches fire. Either way, your brain keeps tabs on what’s going on by issuing middle of the night erections just to keep things in order.
Don’t Let Embarrassment Keep You From the Doctor
Erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation are two incredibly common problems for men of all ages and fitness levels. Although both of these conditions are often the result of stress or other treatable causes, plenty of men put off seeing the doctor out of embarrassment and fear. Although it’s true that an enlarged prostate can cause both of these problems, they can also be cause by a bevy of treatable causes and, for most men, the prescription is one of diet change and increased activity. Postponing the visit – and the exam – can actually lead to more problems down the road. If the problem is something more serious then early treatment is the key and, if the problem is caused by stress, then you’re only adding to the problem if you postpone going.
All Penises Are Not the Same
There are actually two different types of penises in the world. The first type grows by expanding and lengthening while the other looks big even when flaccid and simply becomes harder without much in terms of growth. These two types are known better by their common names – a grower and a shower. According to a recent survey conducted by Men’s Health, 79% of international respondents have a grower while 21% have a shower.
Problems in Bed can Lead to the Courtroom
It’s no secret that sexual problems can cause serious stress in a marriage. That’s why so many men who struggle with problems like premature ejaculation or impotence are urged to get help as soon as possible. Putting it off can lead to stress, anxiety, depression … and even divorce. In the US, impotence is considered valid grounds for divorce in 24 states.
Your Lifestyle Directly Affects Your Sexual Performance
The party hard lifestyle you may fantasise about won’t actually lead to sparks between the sheets. Although there are plenty of stories about guys who drink and party all day getting up to all kinds of things at night, chances are they’re either exaggerating or just plain lying. Smoking, drinking, poor diet and lack of sleep have all been linked to the full assortment of sexual performance problems. From decreased libido to early ejaculation, lifestyle choices can leave you with problems like impotence and ending up with the stamina of a sloth. Want to up your game in bed? Ditch the cigarettes, booze and crazy sleeping patterns.
The penis is one of the organs we may love to crack jokes about, but the truth is most of us don’t actually know a whole lot about the little guy. But getting to know more about your own penis should always include regular visits to your doctor and developing a healthier lifestyle. These two simple acts can help you to get to know more about your own body which, in turn, can give you control over improving your overall health and your sex life as well.
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