What happens if a guy stays hard for too long?

The medical name for having an erection that will not go down is priapism. It happens when the blood that fills the penis to make it erect gets trapped and cannot flow back out again. Priapism can cause severe pain. A prolonged erection can damage the penis and could cause permanent problems in getting an erection.

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Is it bad for a guy to be hard for a long time?

A persistent, prolonged erection of the penis that will not go down is called priapism. This unwanted erection may or may not be caused by sexual arousal, is usually very painful and can last for 2 hours or longer. Priapism is a medical emergency. The sooner you treat it, the less risk that the penis will be damaged.

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How long can a guy usually stay hard?

The average duration of erections is highly varied, but between 7-13 minutes before ejaculation is typically ideal, and anything longer than 3-4 hours is a medical emergency.

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Is it unhealthy to get hard a lot?

Some guys experience many erections each day, whereas others may not experience any. Hormones fluctuate with age, sexual maturity, level of activity, and even the amount of sleep a guy gets. Unless your erections are causing you discomfort or pain, don't worry about how many you get.

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Can getting hard too much hurt?

Painful erections, also known as priapism, is generally not normal and individuals with this condition must pay attention to the duration of the erection. There are many causes of erection pain, most of them include problems with blood flow and circulation of blood to the penis.

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Is 7 inches hard normal?

It's rare. Super rare. According to the available research, just one in a hundred guys have a penis that measures between 7–8 inches erect. Numerous studies have found that Kinsey's original estimate of 6 inches is around a full inch longer than average.

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Does Viagra keep you hard after coming?

Viagra helps to maintain the erection after ejaculation and reduces the refractory time before a second erection can be obtained.

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What does it mean when a guy lasts too long?

Delayed ejaculation, which affects about 3% of men, is not well understood because the causes can be psychological, biological or a mixture of both. You don't say much about your boyfriend, but depression, anxiety, stress and low self-esteem are linked to this issue.

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When a man takes too long?

Delayed ejaculation can result from medications, certain chronic health conditions and surgeries. Or it might be caused by substance misuse or a mental health concern, such as depression, anxiety or stress. In many cases, it is due to a combination of physical and psychological concerns.

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How often should a man release sperm?

There is no specific frequency with which a man should ejaculate. There is no solid evidence that failure to ejaculate causes health problems. However, ejaculating frequently can reduce the man's risk of getting prostate cancer. Ejacu-lation can be through having sex or masturbating a few times a day.

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How many times should a man release sperm in a week?

Some studies suggest that moderate ejaculation (2–4 times per week) is associated with a lower prostate cancer risk. However, ejaculating more often doesn't mean your cancer risk drops even more.

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Does Viagra get you rock hard?

Although Viagra can make it easier to get and maintain an erection, it does not seem to have any effect on the way sex feels. Taking Viagra won't make you feel more stimulated during sexual activity, nor will it result in any positive or negative change in the level of sensation you feel.

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Does Viagra make you bigger?

Viagra does not make your penis bigger. No pill does. It can help you get and maintain a firmer erection that lasts longer, though. To put it another way, sildenafil and other ED medications make the most of what you've got.

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Is 4 inch enough for pregnancy?

For someone who has a high cervix, it's 4 to 5 inches deep. For someone with a lower one, it's less than 3 inches deep. Keep in mind that the vagina lengthens when aroused.

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Is 2 inches hard small?

A 2015 review found that the average erect penis size is 5.17 inches long (13.12 cm). And the average flaccid (soft) penis is 3.6 inches (9.1 cm) (Veale, 2015). A micropenis (or microphallus) is a penis that is significantly smaller than the average penis size—smaller than 2.04 in (5.2 cm) when flaccid (Veale, 2015).

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Is 4 inches hard big?

Talking about the size, the average size of an erect penis is 4 inches, but even the smaller penis size can satisfy a woman. The sexual nerve endings of women, which helps in giving pleasure while sexual intercourse, are just two inches inside the vaginal opening. So your size is perfect.

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What can I do to make my Pennis stronger?

Below are 14 options those looking to get harder erections can try.
  1. See a doctor. If a person is having trouble getting or maintaining an erection, they should speak with a doctor. ...
  2. Eat a nutritious diet. ...
  3. Get regular exercise. ...
  4. Communicate with sexual partners. ...
  5. Explore new things. ...
  6. Limit alcohol intake. ...
  7. Sleep well. ...
  8. Reduce stress.

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Should an 18 year old take Viagra?

Drug forms and uses

Viagra is approved to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) in males ages 18 years and older.

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How can I increase my size?

A combination of stretching and strengthening exercises can help to increase girth size. Stretching exercises such as pelvic tilt, lunges, and squats are all effective for increasing girth size. Strengthening exercises such as wall push, abdominal crunches and planks can also be helpful for increasing girth size.

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How long to wait for round 2?

Women need only wait a few seconds before the second round, with many even achieving multiple orgasms in one session. In comparison, the male refractory period varies post ejaculation, with some men ready after a few minutes and some men needing several hours to days.

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What are the benefits of not ejaculating for 30 days?

Non-Ejaculating for 30 days helps with physical health

Even though there is no conclusive research to back the claim, many studies so far suggest that the high level of testosterone due to semen retention is directly linked with energy retention and mood upliftment.

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When do men stop ejaculating?

While there is no definite age at which male ejaculation ceases, it has been suggested that it may happen when a man reaches his late 40s or early 50s. It is important to note, however, that this is not a universal rule and some men may continue to ejaculate at a later age.

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Can guys control how fast they come?

masturbating 1 to 2 hours before having sex. using a thick condom to help decrease sensation. taking a deep breath to briefly shut down the ejaculatory reflex (an automatic reflex of the body, during which you ejaculate) having sex with your partner on top (to allow them to pull away when you're close to ejaculating)

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Is it better to hold or release sperm?

There is not much scientific evidence to suggest that it is either healthy or unhealthy to hold in semen. If a person does not ejaculate, the body will break the semen down and reabsorb it into the body.

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How long does it take for sperm to refill?

A male's body is constantly creating sperm, but sperm regeneration is not immediate. On average, it takes a male around 74 days to produce new sperm from start to finish. Although the average time is 74 days , the actual time frame for an individual to make sperm can vary.

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