The concept of "excessive arousal in men" can be seen in two ways: a situation (temporary) strong sexual desire that leads to painful feelings if not performed, and a constant increase in libido (satiriasis, hypersexuality). In the latter case, lasting sexual arousal does not go away after ejaculation, and significantly impairs quality of life: a man is unable to concentrate on any activity, is nervous, depressed. Such hypersexuality is actually similar to priapism - an unwarranted painful erection that does not subside even after ejaculation. The causes can be both physiological and psychogenic.
Causes and symptoms of hypersexuality
In young men, frequent sexual excessive arousal, up to normal spontaneous ejaculation, is normal due to elevated testosterone levels. This is called puberty hypersexuality. The main symptoms are:
- Feeling of an enlarged genitals ("ringing eggs");
- Increased sensitivity of erogenous zones;
- Periodic fever, sweating;
- Increased urination, often accompanied by painful pain in the lower abdomen and lower back.
Urologists generally do not attach much importance to complaints of hypersexuality when they come from young patients. Doctors will send them to a psychologist, but in case they are ordered to be tested for sexually transmitted infections.
Pathological hypersexuality can be congenital (primary) or acquired. The congenital form of hypersexuality can be linked to pathologies of the central nervous system, endocrine disorders, and mental disorders. The acquired form is physiological and pathological. In the first case, increased sexual desire may be caused by stress or high testosterone levels in the blood.
The pathological form usually develops in the background of organic pathologies of the central nervous system. These are provoked by:
- Neurofinfections (encephalitis, meningitis).
- Head injury.
- Vascular lesions and brain tumors.
- Poisoning caused by alcohol or drug use.
Adult hypersexuality can be caused by endocrine disorders - excessive amounts of stress hormones or testosterone (due to overactivity of the testicles or adrenal cortex).
Hypersexuality of a neurotic nature develops on the basis of its own sense of inferiority, a lack of confidence in a man’s ability to pay. The constant sexual desire in this case is an unconscious attempt to prove to yourself and others that there are no problems with intimate life.
Increased neurotic hypersexuality may occur in retired men during the period of extinction of sexual function. In this case, the reason is the subconscious desire to "stay in the ranks, " to make up for what was missing in his youth.
The difference between normal hypersexuality and pathological
The line between strong sexual make-up and hypersexuality caused by a pathological condition is arbitrary. Some men need sex every day and more. It is normal for the process to cause joy and satisfaction and for professional, creative and social activity not to suffer (advanced need structure). In this case, we can talk about a high level of life energy and not pathological excessive excitement.
Natural primary hypersexuality may be due to genetic traits. Men whose father was sexually active are more likely to follow in their footsteps.
Satyriasis is an obsessively painful need for sex that is almost impossible to get rid of. Over time, such men are prone to sexual perversion because normal relationships become too unworthy for them. There is almost no time for other areas of life. Such hypersexuality can be imaginary or manic. The latter format is much more difficult to correct.
The physiological symptoms of adult male hypersexuality are similar to those of puberty:
- Prolonged erections even from a fleeting erotic image, a fantasy;
- Premature ejaculation;
- Traction sensations in the lower abdomen.
An important difference between pathology and norm is that men with a strong sexual structure are able to switch to other types of activities (work, daily life) immediately after satisfying their physiological sexual needs. Pathological hypersexuality literally immediately looks for the possibility of a new sexual relationship.
Excitement and testicular pain
Testicular pain due to unrealized sexual arousal occurs in many men and is not necessarily hypersexual. The degree of discomfort is different for everyone. The pain can be so severe that the man has difficulty walking. This is caused by excessive blood flow to the genitals, which leads to pinching of nerve endings. It is enough for the patient to relax or use an anesthetic or antispasmodic.
Pain caused by excessive arousal can be caused by varicocele or genital infections, the activity of which weakens the testicular tissue and disrupts their normal structure. If the symptom occurs regularly, you should consult a urologist.
If, in the case of excessive arousal, groin discomfort is already clearly felt, then masturbation or sex will not bring relief. In contrast, orgasm can be blurry and ejaculation can be very painful. The pain will still be felt for about two hours and in some men it will not go away for several days. You can relieve the discomfort with aspirin. Peppermint infusion helps to relax smooth muscles.
The only way to prevent pain is to avoid excessive stimulation. If you have a date without intimacy, but sexual attraction is not out of the question, it is better to empty it in advance. Sounds weird, but this option is better than it is because there are several hours of acute pain due to "stepping back" that literally shuts you off from normal life.
Other problems with hypersexuality
Increased anxiety in men, the inability to control the level of sexual desire can become a serious problem. Any provocation, including in public places, will result in an erection that is difficult to hide.
Often, absurd situations arise: sexual excessive arousal during foreplay (often accompanied by the release of lubricant from Cooper’s glands) ends with the penis falling off during insertion, or premature ejaculation before it.
Hypersexuality prevents you from focusing on important workplace issues. Such men are unable to concentrate and take initiative, so they often lose promising jobs.
How to get rid of obsessive hypersexuality
The treatment of hypersexuality depends on the cause. Physiological factors must be eliminated first. To do this, you need to start a visit to the urologist, make sure there is no pathology of the reproductive system, check the level of hormones. A neuropathologist (neurologist) helps identify problems with the brain and spinal cord.
Psychogenic hypersexuality is dealt with by psychologists-sexologists. You can only help the patient if he or she is aware of the problem and wants to get rid of it. The choice of methods depends on how rich a man’s intimate life is, in addition to sex, in what ways he can enjoy it, and what effort he puts in for treatment. If the patient is unable to concentrate and is unable to contact a psychologist, hypnosis is used. In addition to psychotherapeutic methods, antidepressants, sedatives, and hypnotics are prescribed as needed.
What to do at home
Sexual arousal can accompany you from morning to night. If hypersexuality is not caused by physical pathologies, you can try the following methods to reduce it:
- Take a cool shower, empty your bladder or do daily activities. It should be recalled that morning erection is a normal phenomenon, a sign of a lack of vascular impotence.
- It is advisable to spend all your free time during the day. Endurance training (moderate cardio, light weight reps) can help relieve sexual tension. Exercises with heavy weights, squats, work to mix and lift the legs, on the contrary, lead to genital activation.
- It is advisable to take a sedative before going to bed to slow down psycho-emotional activity.
You can try to deal with a decoction of herbal remedies or herbal preparations for hypersexuality. It is important to note that such funds, especially valerian, only start to work after a few days of regular use (cumulative effect).
If hypersexuality is triggered by alcohol or drug poisoning, the condition cannot be improved without getting rid of bad habits. By taking enterosorbents, you can help your body remove toxic substances.
Conclusion
Excessive arousal, hypersexuality is much worse than decreased libido. In the latter case, many men live a full social life, achieve success in their professional activities, and do not pay much attention to the lack of sex. Dependence on it makes a person emotionally (and subsequently physically) disabled. True hypersexuality rarely develops. Basically, men themselves cherish the need for sexual intercourse in their minds. Such thoughts are planted by a certain information environment. Experts believe that the higher a person’s level of intellectual development and degree of employment, the lower the chances of developing any mental addiction.