Does an Enlarged Prostate Affect a Man Sexually? : Does having a big prostate affect a man's sexual health?: Some men who have a swollen prostate have trouble ejaculating or getting an erection. ED and BPH are two different conditions, but they are connected. ED usually means that a man can't get or keep an erection. Heart disease, diabetes, low testosterone, or mental health issues can all lead to ED, and BPH can make it worse.
Link between BPH and sexual issues
Researchers don't know why, but they all agree that if you have BPH, you are more likely to have sexual problems like
- Less desire for sex
- Having trouble keeping an erection
- Not as much sexual pleasure
Symptoms of an Enlarged Prostate?
Here are some signs that your prostate is swollen:
- A lot of urination I really, really need to go to the bathroom right now.
- Dribbing after you've gone to the bathroom
- holding your urine (not being able to pee)
- Not being able to empty the stomach Having trouble holding your urine (urinary incontinence)
- Nocturia means having to go to the bathroom at least twice a night.
- Urinary tract pain or bloody urine (these could be signs of an infection or other major problem)
- slowed down or put off the start of the urine stream
- Trying very hard to urinate
- Urine that is thin or weak
Effects of a Large Prostate
Problems with the prostate can also lead to sexual problems. It depends on how well the prostate works how bad a sexual trouble is. These are some common side effects of exercise:
- erectile dysfunction (ED)
- reduced sexual satisfaction
- problems maintaining an erection
- decreased libido
Home Remedies
- Limiting the amount of booze, sugar, and soda they drink and not drinking in the evening or before bed.
- Keeping a healthy weight and looking to see if medicines are making symptoms worse
- Exercise: Moderate movement every day is good for everyone. Working out regularly can help your heart stay healthy and improve blood flow.
Conclusion
A large prostate can make some things worse, but there are drugs and changes you can make to your lifestyle that can help. With the right care, most men can keep up a sexual life every day.
