According to statistics, men's reproductive potential lasts longer than women. At least a quarter of representatives of the stronger sex over 65 years old did not reduce potency. The decline in libido after age 40 is more associated with the emergence of comorbidities that affect general health and social causes. Social perceptions of the asexuality of the elderly and cultural taboos also play a role in this process.
seven years of man
From the age of 20, the level of testosterone, the main "male" hormone, begins to gradually decrease in a man's body. This can manifest itself in the form of decreased sexual desire, weakened potency and erection.
It is conditionally possible to distinguish 7 periods in the life of each of the representatives of the stronger sex:
| Life span, years | Average number of orgasms per week | Period Features |
|---|---|---|
| 15-20 | 3 | This is when testosterone levels peak. After discharge, there is a rapid recovery of strength. |
| 20-30 | 3 | Testosterone levels are almost the same, but the frequency of orgasm may depend on factors such as the presence of a permanent partner. A man becomes more restricted and can control the duration of intercourse |
| 30-40 | less than 3 | Testosterone levels drop 1% each year |
| 40-50 | 2 | Many men control themselves in bed and therefore become skilled lovers at this age. |
| 50-60 | 1. 75 | More than 7% of men do not completely lose their potency, most of them can satisfy their partner in other ways. |
| 60-70 | a | The number of sexual acts is mainly reduced, because the man himself decides to refuse them. Erectile dysfunction affects about 20%, but some may have sex up to 2 times a day. |
| 70-80 | less than 1 | In most men, health during this period deteriorates significantly, as a result, sexual activity decreases. About 70% can have sexual intercourse without the use of stimulants. |
The process of age-related weakening of the sexual function of men is radically different from that of women, and their childbearing abilities are not limited to any time frame, as in the postmenopausal period. Sperm production decreases after 40 years, but even after 80 a man can maintain his strength.
According to statistics, a sharp decrease in testosterone synthesis begins in most men at the age of 55-60 years. This period can be considered a "limit", after which the average person begins to have problems with strength.
age changes
Men over the age of 55 have the following changes in sex life:
- About 5% of men have symptoms similar to menopause in women: general weakness, fatigue, decreased libido up to complete impotence, irritability, poor concentration. These phenomena are associated with a decrease in the production of sex hormones.
- It takes longer to harden and more strongly stimulate the penis (in 70% of men).
- The intensity of the erection decreases (66%).
- The testicles rise in the perineum only half and more slowly than at a young age.
- Decreased semen volume.
- The need for sex is reduced, the time between ejaculations is longer.
- During excitation, muscle tone decreases, which is characteristic of the whole organism as a whole.
- For many men, sexual intercourse does not end with ejaculation (62%), which leads to psychological problems as the sexual partner begins to doubt his male abilities.
- An erection is not complete before intercourse. The lower cavernous body and the head of the penis are less tense than in youth. The soft head is a kind of protective mechanism that prevents injury to the female genital organs due to their reduced elasticity.
The quality of sperm also deteriorates, the risk of random genetic mutations in the ejaculate increases, which, when a woman becomes pregnant, leads to the birth of children with autism, schizophrenia and other pathologies.
According to medical studies conducted among couples undergoing IVF treatment, the probability of getting pregnant after the age of 50 decreases by 11% each year.
Some men who are unaware of general and sexual age-related changes develop sexual anxiety. According to statistics, 44% of men have problems communicating with their partners because of this.
The following somatic diseases most significantly affect the ability to maintain potency in men:
- hypertension (29% of patients);
- other cardiovascular pathologies (55% of cases);
- obesity (24%);
- diabetes;
- chronic inflammation of the joints, rheumatoid arthritis;
- paralysis;
- malignant tumors;
- kidney disease;
- spinal cord injury;
- sexually transmitted infections (the spread of these pathologies is due to the fact that men do not consider it necessary to use condoms due to the reduced risk of pregnancy in a partner).
Drugs used in the treatment of some of the above diseases (arthritis, hypertension and other cardiovascular diseases) adversely affect sexual functions. According to studies, about 40% of patients complain of decreased potency due to the side effects of drugs.
Prostate surgeries are also common at this age, leading to loss of erectile ability and ejaculation. However, when using rehabilitation procedures, such patients are able to restore full sexual function.
Older people are embarrassed to go to the doctor about sexual problems because there is a view in society that sex over 60 is inappropriate and even embarrassing. However, regular sexual activity during this period of life provides health benefits:
- improves the work of the cardiovascular system;
- pain sensitivity decreases;
- improves skeletal muscle tone;
- increased self-esteem;
- anxiety level decreases.
There is a relationship between increased life expectancy over the centuries and sexual activity.
Is there a limit to male sexuality?
The world's oldest father, according to the Guinness Book of Records, is Indian Ramajit Raghav, who became pregnant with a 96-year-old child. However, in modern society there is a stereotype that sexual pleasures are the norm only for the younger generation.
Studies conducted in 106 countries in 1995 show that 70% of men remain sexually active in old age. Men and women over 60 experience romantic and sexual feelings as in their youth, but try to suppress them by following the lead of society.
Current statistics confirming the ability of older people to have a full sex life in the USA and European countries:
- 75% of men regularly visit their thoughts on sex;
- 52% of men aged 65-97 have sex an average of 2. 5 times a month;
- many prefer to do this 2 times more often;
- 80% of men experience orgasm;
- 16% of respondents have sex more than once a week;
- 9 out of 10 sexually active people find their sexual partner attractive;
- 2/3 of married couples continue to try sex;
- Men over 65 masturbate an average of 5 times a month;
- Less than 60% of men over 80 do not have a sexual partner;
- 11% of respondents remain sexually active between the ages of 90 and 95.
Therefore, there is no hard age limit for men in terms of maintaining potency. Sexual norms are individual and more dependent on general physical condition in old age.
Recommendations for maintaining sexual longevity
To maintain good strength until old age, you should adhere to the following recommendations:
- Have a regular sex life. This is the main factor of male sexuality.
- Follow proper nutrition, use foods that stimulate erection: greens (parsley, dill, celery), honey, pomegranate, fish and others.
- Quit alcohol and smoking. It has been scientifically proven that bad habits reduce potency in men.
- Strengthen general physical health, lead an active lifestyle. Improves general muscle tone, blood circulation, including the genitals. At the same time, heavy physical exertion, which leads to general exhaustion of the body and deterioration of strength, should be avoided.