Don’t let the cold weather stop you from warming up in your bedroom.
A doctor is warning to beware of “winter penis”, a seasonal condition that can hinder a man’s ability to perform sexually.
As the temperature drops, the male genitalia move back into the body to maintain body heat, resulting in restricted blood flow.
This phenomenon, which affects men of all ages, can reduce the size of the male member by up to 50%, while slowed circulation makes it difficult to achieve an erection when the thermostat drops.
Dr Donald Grant, a general practitioner and consultant at The Independent Pharmacy, a UK-based online medicine store, explained In a report by Daily Mail For most men “winter penis” is a temporary condition, occurring only during cold conditions and reversing when temperatures cool down.
For 30 million American men However, with erectile dysfunction, the phenomenon may be “more difficult to manage,” Grant said, because of additional underlying issues that block blood flow to the penis.
In some cases, doctors may prescribe medication to help reduce the effects of winter penis, especially for men with ED.
While the penis in winter should not be a concern for most – simply warming the body will heal – any shrinkage despite cold temperatures should be noted by a doctor as they may indicate additional health concerns. Those known to affect penile function, such as heart disease.
