Andropause modifies male genitalia

• May 2, 2024

From the age of 50, changes in the male reproductive system for him aging may include changes in the testicular tissue and the penis , production of sperm Y erectile function . These changes usually occur gradually and are characterized by the loss or low level of testosterone , as part of andropause.

The changes of reproductive system are closely related to changes in the urinary system . The genital organs appear changes such as loss of pubic hair, atrophy, loss of secretion and lack of elasticity of the skin, facilitating infections.

The conduits that transport the semen they can become less elastic (a process called sclerosis) and the testicles continue to produce them, although the production rate of sperm decreases. The epididymis, the seminal vesicles and the prostate they lose some of their surface cells, but they continue to produce the liquid that helps transport the semen .

The prostate it enlarges with age while part of its tissue is replaced by fibrotic tissue, similar to a scar, a condition called benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH), It affects about 50% of men. This can cause problems when urinating or ejaculating.

As age increases, so does the incidence of diabetes, hypertension, alcoholism, tumors, etc., diseases that can affect either the interest, or the sexual response itself.

In general, these changes imply an important modification of the sexual response (desire, erection, orgasm), in the appearance of the penis and the testicles (change in the skin , lower elasticity, loss of pubic hair and a slight shrinkage).

However, it should be noted that although these alterations occur, none is so key to prevent continuing this activity, much less to prevent enjoyment of sexuality. The most advisable thing is to go periodically with a specialist to have a good sexual health and a aging satisfactory.

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