Question 1

hello,
can varicocele cause pain after long erection and after ejaculation !?
can varicocele cause the blood supply in one side more than the other es

Accepted Answer

Yes and yes : Prolonged erection can cause post erection pain in penis..happens most of time when no sex happens.  It has been called the "blue balls".  But if you ejaculate some pain can continue but with no consequence .  varicocele is a collection of veins most always on the left and for the most part does not bother the other side.  It may hang down more and get a little more banged up with vigorous sex.

Question 2

can blue balls affect just one testicle and come and go for a day or so?53 yo male having issue holding erection with 1st partner in over a year,because hes nervous. after messing around has one sided testicular/groin pain. what else could this be?

Accepted Answer

: Please explain 'blue ball' as you understand it. It is common to have problem with erection if one is nervous. Reassurance will help. Groin and testis discomfort might also be related to that, but it persists see urologist

Question 3

hello, does over masturabate (about one/ day ) since puberty cause impotence or other side effect on penile and erection ? i have impotence .

Accepted Answer

No: many young men masturbate frequently, even daily, and that does not cause impotence. Usually at a young age, impotence is more due to emotional causes rather than physical causes, but not always, so if it is a persistent problem, you should see your doctor. Good luck.

Question 4

hi dr,

i am experiencing something weird. one evening i was masturbating, and i had a sharp pain down the right side of my shaft and scrotum. this pain is only there when i get an erection and masturbate. i do not masturbate excessively?

Accepted Answer

: Pan with erections can be caused by several things such as information or infection. Peroni‘s disease which causes a curvature in the penis can cause pain with directions. Recommendation see her urologist for diagnosis and treatment

Question 5

sudden numbness in penis. lowered sex drive. weak ejaculation. inability to keep an erection when i can actually get one. no pain but occasional lower ab pain on my left side. all came on pretty suddenly within the last 2 weeks. scared as i'm only 42?

Accepted Answer

: Are you an avid bicycle rider for long distances? This can injure the nerve which can cause penile numbness. Diabetes should also be checked for.  Any other neurological type symptoms? If none of these pertain to you, consult a urologist for evaluation and advice.

Question 6

one day i felt pain in left side of penis while masturbating. next day i felt left side of - between my scrotum and anus hurts when i erect. and my erections are soft. penis is bending. testicle and penis is cold to touch. is this prostatis?

Accepted Answer

: It's not a prostate problem, but still might need medical attention. See a doctor, ideally a urologist. Good luck.

Question 7

which one has fewer side effects profile  regarding:  weight gain,fatigue and sleeping much,motivated and erection dysfunction: zoloft or effexor (venlafaxine) xr ?

Accepted Answer

See remark: Both of these are indicated for same symptoms of anxiety,depression,etc. etc..
They  have almost similar side effects.
Individuals respond differently to each one of them.I know I may not have satisfied your request but this is what is known.. Best of luck

Question 8

startd as gastrointestinal issues like constipation, bloating, lower abdomen pain, and rececently observed testicular atrophy on one side and blood in urine in morning and after erection. any recommendations while waiting for urology & gi appointment?

Accepted Answer

Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It is good that you have appointments pending where experts should be able to assess your situation and advise.
Wish you good health!

Question 9

my question is what causes one to get erections?

Accepted Answer

Per 
Wikipedia:: "The arteries dilate causing the corpora cavernosa of the penis (and to a lesser extent the corpora spongiosum) to fill with blood; simultaneously the ischiocavernosus and bulbospongiosus muscles compress the veins of the corpora cavernosa restricting the egress and circulation of this blood. "

Question 10

how can i get a complete erection versus a 'half' one?

Accepted Answer

No alcohol ?viagra (sildenafil): Try and avoid alcohol. You may need to see a urologist or  your primary care md/do for viagra (sildenafil) or cialis.

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Hello, can varicocele cause pain after long erection and after ejaculation !? can varicocele cause the blood supply in one side more than the other es

A member asked:

Can blue balls affect just one testicle and come and go for a day or so?53 yo male having issue holding erection with 1st partner in over a year,because hes nervous. after messing around has one sided testicular/groin pain. what else could this be?

A member asked:

Hello, does over masturabate (about one/ day ) since puberty cause impotence or other side effect on penile and erection ? i have impotence .

A member asked:

Hi dr, i am experiencing something weird. one evening i was masturbating, and i had a sharp pain down the right side of my shaft and scrotum. this pain is only there when i get an erection and masturbate. i do not masturbate excessively?

A member asked:

Sudden numbness in penis. lowered sex drive. weak ejaculation. inability to keep an erection when i can actually get one. no pain but occasional lower ab pain on my left side. all came on pretty suddenly within the last 2 weeks. scared as i'm only 42?

A member asked:

One day i felt pain in left side of penis while masturbating. next day i felt left side of - between my scrotum and anus hurts when i erect. and my erections are soft. penis is bending. testicle and penis is cold to touch. is this prostatis?

A member asked:

Which one has fewer side effects profile regarding: weight gain,fatigue and sleeping much,motivated and erection dysfunction: zoloft or effexor (venlafaxine) xr ?

A member asked:

Startd as gastrointestinal issues like constipation, bloating, lower abdomen pain, and rececently observed testicular atrophy on one side and blood in urine in morning and after erection. any recommendations while waiting for urology & gi appointment?

A member asked:

My question is what causes one to get erections?

A member asked:

How can i get a complete erection versus a 'half' one?

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