Erection
In the context of sex, an erection is a stiff, hard penis (as opposed to a soft and malleable penis-at-rest). The male member is basically a "blood sponge" and can swell three times or more from its disinterested and flaccid size. During sexual arousal (and sometimes during stressful situations) blood rushes to the penis, engorging veins and capillaries until suddenly - an erection! Since blood circulation is increased with exercise, the basic rule with penis power is "use it or lose it". A sad fact is nearly 30 million men in America have difficulty achieving and maintaining an erection, yet only 5 percent seek help. And nearly half of all American men encounter this problem after age 40. Penis pumps (which also act as a masturbation toy), cock rings and Viagra are all possible solutions to an inability to get an erection. A change of environment or partner is sometimes all it takes to get the rod up again. Away from the normal stressors of life, with deep relaxation and comfort, a man may find suddenly that his equipment is working just fine.
Synonyms: Boner, Hard on, Rod, Stiffie, Woody
See Also: Cock Ring, Condom, Foreplay, Lubrication, Masturbation (Male), Penis, Porn, Striptease
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| Like the mythical unicorn, a man's erection is a lot like the magical one-horned beast. Appearing with a powerful flourish, and then, poof, gone the next instant! Guys can't fake a hard-on and conversely, they sometimes appear at the darndest of moments! On the flip side, an erection is not always simple to maintain. Aging, certain drugs and even blood pressure problems can cause your wood to turn to worm. Viagra-like products can help, but a shift in approach might be enough. It may be the spirit/body is demanding a feminine experience for a change (i.e. being penetrated) or perhaps extended play with no goal of orgasm. Whatever happens, don't be too concerned! Difficulty maintaining an erection is pretty common so relax and explore! It may be something simple, like a change in lifestyle or how you view your sexuality. If you or your partner experience this frequently enough to intrude on your sex life or self-esteem, see a doctor, there are so many simple cures. P.S. If you are the partner of a guy going through this, remember, spread your love around and take the focus off of intercourse. Make it more about play and whole body worship. It can do wonders to help him feel more sexy and at ease! |
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