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Question:
I am a 24 year old male and I don't think I have
problems with impotence because I am able to have
erections. However, many times the sensitivity or
sensation just isn't there. I usually don't have any problem
while masturbating because I can apply a lot of pressure.
However, during intercourse, I don't have as much
sensation. Is this normal? I used to ride a bicycle a lot and i
heard that bicycling can cause problems. Is it possible there
is nerve damage? I would appreciate any help you could
offer.
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Answer:
by Yvonne Fulbright: (05/13/2004)
Bicycling can cause problems with circulation to the
penis and result in a greater chance of erectile
dysfunction. If you are concerned about nerve damage you
should consult your doctor or urologist. There are other
possibilities too. Since you do experience sensation with
firm pressure during masturbation, it sounds like your lack
of sensation during intercourse is situational. Since I don't
know the details of your sex life, I find myself wondering:
Is he having this problem with a particular partner? Does
his partner have an overly slack vagina? Does wearing a
condom make a difference in the amount of sensation he
experiences? Is he using lubrication during sex?
Based on thoughts like these, I have a couple of
suggestions for you. I don't recommend unprotected
intercourse, despite the claim by some that it provides for
greater sensation. So to deal with lack of sensation, but
still use protection, I recommend putting a few drops of
lubricant on the inside tip of your condom before rolling it
down your shaft. This helps to increase sensation.
If the problem is due to a size or muscle strength
incompatibility with your partner, perhaps she would be
willing to strengthen her pubococcygeus (PC) muscle with
Kegel exercises. Strengthening this muscle will help her to
better grip and squeeze your penis during sex, and hence
provide you with greater stimulation.
If your lack of sensation is due to the person you're having
sex with, then perhaps you need to re-evaluate your
relationship and sexual relations with this individual.
Thank you for visiting the Sexual Health Network.
Yvonne K. Fulbright, MS.Ed.Reviewed by: Kathleen VanKirk DHS
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