Erectile dysfunction, or ED, is a fairly frequent issue among men of a certain age, but it also affects many young men, and that too in greater numbers. Especially in this day and age where the stress level is rocket high, ED is affecting more young men than we have anticipated. Even though men can feel uncomfortable discussing their problems with a doctor, it's important to be open and honest about them because doing so will help the doctor properly diagnose the issue and choose the best course of action.
So you're struggling to get--or stay--hard. You're not alone, and you shouldn't be embarrassed to seek solutions. You might even be surprised to learn that some options are available at the local sex shop and not the pharmacy! Yes, sex toys might be able to help with your erectile dysfunction (ED)!
Sex Toys That Help With ED
Below, you'll find some of the commonly recommended toys for those with erectile dysfunction. Remember, they aren't magic cures and won't work for everyone. But they're worth checking out if other solutions have failed or you only need a little help.
Penis Pumps
A pump increases blood flow by using suction. This can make your penis look and feel harder for longer. Plus, it can make you more sensitive. Pumps are often combined with the following type of toy. Popular brands are Bathmate which are designed in different sizes to fit you and have room for growth. Daily pumping are tested and proven to have shown significant sustainable growth/results.
When you place a cock ring around the base of your penis (and often testicles), it prevents blood from leaving your erection, so you stay harder. You don't have to use one with a penis pump, but wearing a cock ring after using a pump can provide better results.
Cock Sleeves
A sleeve is essentially a hollow dildo worn over the penis to increase its length, girth, and firmness, so it doesn't necessarily matter what you're working with.
Strokers and More
It might seem counterintuitive that a masturbator helps with your erection, but some, like Fleshlight's Stamina Training Units (STU), are explicitly designed to increase your stamina and reduce premature ejaculation. You can also practice withholding your orgasm with masturbators and vibrators.
When Toys Aren't Enough
While sex toys may be able to help with erectile dysfunction, they may not be enough to help in some cases. There are a few factors to consider, several of which require a trip to the doctor's office.
- Relationship and self-esteem problems may interfere with your ability to get and stay hard, so that therapy may be the most effective treatment.
- Certain illnesses and medications, including those involving blood pressure and depression, can impact your penis.
- Viagra and similar medications may help you get hard but aren't recommended for those taking nitrates. Plus, it's not a good solution if your arteries are damaged because it works by increasing blood flow.
Make adjustments to live a healthy lifestyle. Losing weight, adopting a healthy diet, and engaging in physical activity will all help people to lessen the issues brought on by erectile dysfunction. You will particularly gain a lot from giving up smoking and reducing your alcohol intake. In addition, you should talk to your partner about the issue you are having. Several more erectile dysfunction issues may be exacerbated by performance anxiety.
Of course, a strong erection makes some types of sex possible and more pleasurable, but just because you can't get hard or your erection isn't strong doesn't mean you can't enjoy your sexuality. You can still share erotic intimacy with your partner, focusing on their pleasure and finding new ways to experience pleasure yourself. For example, prostate play can produce orgasms without needing an erection.
Who knows? Taking the pressure off might even help you get hard!