Explain the phenomenon of erection in the middle of the night
According to andrology experts, the night erection, the phenomenon of erection during the night, is one of the measures of men’s sexual health.
Many men do not know that, every night when they are asleep, the penis “wakes up”. This phenomenon is called nocturnal erection, which means an erection at night. This is a normal physiological phenomenon, proving that men have stable sexual health.
Doctor – Doctor Tu Thanh Tri Dung, Head of the Department of Andrology, Tam Anh General Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City, said that the stomach erection is not a typical type of erection, because it is not related to stimulation, thoughts or dreams. related to sex. This phenomenon is simply the result of sleep cycles, levels of the male sex hormone testosterone, blood flow in the body…
Erectile dysfunction tends to occur 3-5 times during the night, when men are in REM sleep (a state that occurs after 70-90 minutes of deep sleep). This stage of sleep is usually long, repeated at night and in the morning. A man can get an erection several times a night without realizing it.
Men of all ages have erectile dysfunction. Many scientific studies have confirmed that the stomach can appear from the fetal stage and stick with the man until the end of his life.
Men share their concerns about sexual health at the Department of Andrology. Image: Tam Anh General Hospital
The peak of sexual maturity in men is around the age of 30. At that time, testosterone levels in the blood of young men will be at their highest. Therefore, the frequency of erections in this group is higher than in children and the elderly. At the age of 40-50, men show signs of declining sex drive due to a lack of testosterone hormone levels, leading to a decrease in the number of erections.
“Night erection is a gift of nature for men, because for those who have little sex due to the specifics of their work, they often have to go on business trips and stay away from their spouses, thanks to this natural mechanism that is still maintained. The phenomenon of nightly erection as an exercise helps the tissues in the penis stay soft and elastic, avoiding the risk of shrinking. he will not be affected,” explained Dr. Tri Dung.
What to do when the ability to have an erection is reduced?
Men’s nocturnal erections are influenced by many factors. A study conducted on 61 men with sleep apnea and erectile dysfunction found that the quality of sleep affects the number of erections. If a man does not sleep deeply, does not enter REM sleep, the penis may not have an erection at night.
During the day, the brain releases a lot of noradrenaline, the hormone that increases alertness and interferes with an erection. At night, this process will be inhibited, making it easier for the penis to “wake up”. The fact that a man has an erection at night proves that the blood circulation in the body is stable. Blood to the penis is not obstructed. This condition repeats throughout the night and ends early the next morning, when male hormone levels are at their highest.
Erectile dysfunction is closely related to testosterone levels, a sex hormone produced mainly by Leydig cells in the testes. Testosterone not only induces sex drive, it also aids men in achieving and maintaining an erection. Without this hormone, it is difficult for men to achieve an erection that ensures a successful sexual relationship and lacks spontaneous nocturnal erections.
Men were assessed for their sexual health by checking their testosterone levels twice on two different mornings. Image: Shutterstock
Men “tent up” during sleep demonstrated unimpeded blood circulation in the body, blood flow to the penis and stable testosterone levels.
According to Dr. Tri Dung, the night erection is one of the factors that evaluate the quality of sleep and the health of the sexual organs. Therefore, men need to pay attention to the frequency of erections. When you feel your nighttime erections decrease, you should make lifestyle changes to manage stress and contribute to improved sexual health. If the situation does not improve, men should see a male doctor for more detailed advice.
The doctor can ask about your health history, sexual activity… and order two blood tests on two different mornings, between 7-10 am to assess testosterone levels. When the specific cause is found, the doctor will have appropriate treatment such as medication, surgery if indicated.
Han Thai
at Blogtuan.info – Source: vnexpress.net – Read the original article here
