Patient's question:
I currently feel that my penis is not particularly hard, meaning it doesn't reach the hardest state. It's about 15 minutes of intercourse each time, and if I don't stimulate it midway, it quickly becomes semi-flaccid. A few movements make it hard again. During ejaculation, the penis also tightens, but I feel the semen is just squeezed out. Normally, my penis gets erect with a bit of stimulation, but it seems it never reaches the hardest state. What's wrong with me?Doctor's answer:
Erection of the penis is closely related to its structure. The penis is composed of corpora cavernosa, which is a special structure. When there is sufficient blood supply to the corpora cavernosa, the erection hardness will be good. When the blood supply to the corpora cavernosa is insufficient, it may lead to recurring flaccidity, difficulty in achieving erection, or a weak erection. The main cause of a weak erection is insufficient blood flow to the corpora cavernosa during sexual activity in men. Many factors can contribute to this occurrence, such as insufficient sexual stimulation or weak sexual desire during intercourse, both of which can affect the penis's ability to erect. Additionally, if many diseases cause narrowing of the penile blood vessels, leading to insufficient blood supply to the corpora cavernosa during sexual activity, it can also result in a weak erection.