Marianna, FL
A 20-year-old male asked:
Can rubbing lotion or petroleum jelly 2x day into your penis cause you to develop weaker erection after some years? and why is my glans less sensitive
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Victor Bonuelanswered
Internal Medicine 40 years experience
I don't think so.: Weaker erection could be stress related, medication side effect , too frequent m. Take care!
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