Erection Problems, need advice on my symptoms (serious)

[GodTower]

Ok, my situation. I've been having trouble staying hard for over a month now. I can sometimes reach a full erection but even then I can't always maintain it, even during sex it will usually lose hardness right in the act. Sometimes I can't even get hard enough to have sex, at least not hard enough to penetrate my GF.

And it's not just when I'm with my GF, masturbation has become problematic too. It is much harder to get a full erection during, and it takes forever to reach orgasm now, probably due to the lower sensitivity of a weak boner. It's gotten so bad that I sometimes don't bother masturbating for days at a time, when I used to do it at least once a day. Porn that I used to get instantly hard to now seems to work much less effectivey. It's like I feel horny, but my body doesn't.

My morning woods are also very rare now, I used to wake up with a raging boner every single day.

ED isn't the only problem I'm having though. For at least a month now, maybe longer (not sure when I started noticing it) my **** has been more yellowish or light brown than dark. My stools also seem loose and not solid, they flake and fall apart in the bowl easier than they used to. I also get mild diarrhea every now and then. And my stomach makes weird grumbly noises sometimes, even after I've just eaten.

I also seem to be weaker in my lifts than I used to be, and just a bit more tired than usual. I may just be out of shape cardio wise, I've started running again regularly. My muscle and strength gains have stonewalled though.

Also, right when this all seemed to start I got a strange mild skin rash on my legs, like red blotchy spots. Almost looked like mild poison ivy, but different. It seems to come and go too. It's a subtle rash, but noticable.

I'm 35, 5'8" @ 180 lbs, don't smoke, rarely drink, don't do drugs, and don't take any medications. I eat fairly good, not competition BB good, but better than most of America good.


I went to see a urolgist a month ago, and he said it was all in my head. Didn't like his lack of willingness to look deeper, so got a second opinion. This doc got me some blood tests for several hormonal things, I'm getting the results next week. But I thought I'd post up here to see what advice and opinions I can get.

[skinnyboipgh]

Sounds like u might have some kind of medical condition, but see ur primary care physician. He/she knows ur medical history, can examine u, order tests, etc.

That will be a lot better way of getting 2 the bottom of this than asking opinions over the internet, seriously.

[5x10]

i think u might have low testosterone
lets see what the results say

good luck to you

[Jaw-Knee]

Sounds like stress, to tell you the truth.

I suffered similar symptoms during periods of extreme stress. I took a long-ass vacation (essentially moved somewhere else for five months) and started feeling a whole lot better, in every aspect.

[FunkDaddy]

You're 37...could just be that time for you.

I went through like a 2-3 week period like that...where my mind was really into it and my libido seemed to be as high as ever, but my body just didn't seem to be responding. Saw my doc (scared the **** outta me to be honest) and he said everything looked normal...after a while it just worked itself out I guess lol

[GodTower]

Originally Posted by skinnyboipgh

Sounds like u might have some kind of medical condition, but see ur primary care physician. He/she knows ur medical history, can examine u, order tests, etc.

That will be a lot better way of getting 2 the bottom of this than asking opinions over the internet, seriously.

I went to my doctor first, he sent me to the first urologist. On my second urologist now, so 3 docs total so far....

As for stress, I don't really have any stress in my life at all now, except for this ED ****. My life is going really well now other than for that.

I have a feeling it's low test too, and that whatever is causing my stomach crap is most likely causing the low test as well. I've read that digestive problems and bad stools can cause zinc deficiency, which does effect test production. I've been taking zinc supps this week, and it does seem to have helped somewhat, but not enough.

Wednesday I'll see what my blood says.

[Jaw-Knee]

Originally Posted by GodTower

I went to my doctor first, he sent me to the first urologist. On my second urologist now, so 3 docs total so far....

As for stress, I don't really have any stress in my life at all now, except for this ED ****. My life is going really well now other than for that.

I have a feeling it's low test too, and that whatever is causing my stomach crap is most likely causing the low test as well. I've read that digestive problems and bad stools can cause zinc deficiency, which does effect test production. I've been taking zinc supps this week, and it does seem to have helped somewhat, but not enough.

Wednesday I'll see what my blood says.

Might be subconscious. I didn't think I was stressed out, either, until I moved to a much more awesome place and took some time to reflect.

You're totally right, a screwy digestive tract can mess with libido a lot. Hope everything's okay with the test results.

[WCC]

Originally Posted by 5x10

i think u might have low testosterone
lets see what the results say

good luck to you

he did say that he feels horny though.
sounds to me like a blood flow problem.

[GodTower]

Originally Posted by WCC

he did say that he feels horny though.
sounds to me like a blood flow problem.

Well, I think I feel horny. When the doc asked me if I still had a strong libido, I said yes. Lately though I've been wondering if I actually have a much lessened libido, but I still mentally am trying to act like my sex drive is normal, just because I want it to be. I may just be in denial about it.

And I don't think it's a blood flow problem. From everything I've read, if it was a real blood flow issue then it would never be able to get up, but I randomly seem to work like I used to. Whatever the problem is, it definately fluctuates.

[yannim]

when your stools are yellowish it means your liver is not functioning properly. the yellow colour indicates lack of bile production a result of over-taxed liver.
since the liver controls and regulates the hormones including sexual hormones you should look at a serious liver cleansing. do you take any anabolic steriods? they may have an effect. unfortunately liver dysfunction does not show on regular medical tests till the liver is 75% damaged. but there is hope, the liver has the capacity to re-generate with cleansing.
also check your prostate, the old finger up the bum and a digital examination would tell if there?s a problem.
it sounds to me though that you've over taxed your body somehow.
cholesterol, especially in the penile arteries could deny full blood flow to the jade stalk.
Stress is a big factor as well. I had the same problem at your age, 20 years ago, then I changed lifestyle, job and woman and still going strong at 57 (3-4 times a week, at special occasions up to 8 times)
The body has the amazing ability to rejuvenate and repair, you just have to find the reason for the problem and treat it with natural means.
Best of luck.

[GodTower]

Originally Posted by yannim

when your stools are yellowish it means your liver is not functioning properly. the yellow colour indicates lack of bile production a result of over-taxed liver.
since the liver controls and regulates the hormones including sexual hormones you should look at a serious liver cleansing. do you take any anabolic steriods? they may have an effect. unfortunately liver dysfunction does not show on regular medical tests till the liver is 75% damaged. but there is hope, the liver has the capacity to re-generate with cleansing.
also check your prostate, the old finger up the bum and a digital examination would tell if there?s a problem.
it sounds to me though that you've over taxed your body somehow.
cholesterol, especially in the penile arteries could deny full blood flow to the jade stalk.
Stress is a big factor as well. I had the same problem at your age, 20 years ago, then I changed lifestyle, job and woman and still going strong at 57 (3-4 times a week, at special occasions up to 8 times)
The body has the amazing ability to rejuvenate and repair, you just have to find the reason for the problem and treat it with natural means.
Best of luck.

Thank you, interesting post. I'm going to read up on liver health and ways to heal it, do you have any advice or more details to offer?

[GodTower]

Well, got my blood test results today and my test and prolactin levels are normal. But my digestive problem is still a concern, and may be the cause of my sexual stuff too, so I'm going to get a full physicla done next. Especially liver function tests.

I'm not really sure what else to do at this point, so damn frustrating...

[Kaptn Krunch]

Originally Posted by GodTower

Well, got my blood test results today and my test and prolactin levels are normal. But my digestive problem is still a concern, and may be the cause of my sexual stuff too, so I'm going to get a full physicla done next. Especially liver function tests.

I'm not really sure what else to do at this point, so damn frustrating...

Post your test levels in the HRT section. Just because your doc says they're normal doesn't mean they really are.

[TDetroit]

get your cholesterol checked, sounds low. Cholesterol is the main building block of all hormones, if it gets low, you lose hormones.

Test it by eating a custard doughnut about an hour and a half before sex. If it helps, then you know. But get the blood test anyway. Also get a Testosterone test as well. Ask for total T, free T, LH and FSH all 4.

If LH and FSH are low, you should ask for an MRI on you Pituitary to check for brain tumor(s).

IF T is normal and free T is low, cut fat out of diet, and binge on a doughnut before sex.

If total T is low, consider replacement.

Read this:
http://www.t-nation.com/readArticle.do?id=460554

http://www.t-nation.com/readArticle.do?id=460895

[katj360]

Originally Posted by skinnyboipgh

Sounds like u might have some kind of medical condition, but see ur primary care physician. He/she knows ur medical history, can examine u, order tests, etc.

That will be a lot better way of getting 2 the bottom of this than asking opinions over the internet, seriously.

x2 And try to abstain from any sexual activities until you can get to the bottom of it. Including masturbation, give the 'little guy" a break.

[braincrusher]

anxiety

[creativedesignz]

aspire 36 in an IV /thread

[Kilburn]

go tell ur doc.

also, if ur using any bodybuilding sups especially stims then stop for awhile and see if that helps.

[Guardian]

Originally Posted by TDetroit

get your cholesterol checked, sounds low. Cholesterol is the main building block of all hormones, if it gets low, you lose hormones.

Test it by eating a custard doughnut about an hour and a half before sex. If it helps, then you know. But get the blood test anyway. Also get a Testosterone test as well. Ask for total T, free T, LH and FSH all 4.

If LH and FSH are low, you should ask for an MRI on you Pituitary to check for brain tumor(s).

IF T is normal and free T is low, cut fat out of diet, and binge on a doughnut before sex.

If total T is low, consider replacement.

Read this:
http://www.t-nation.com/readArticle.do?id=460554

http://www.t-nation.com/readArticle.do?id=460895

Sup dude

I dont feel my t levels are "low" to be considered a problem, i get random am boners (though I usually dont get them when waking up) seems my most horny time is around 9-10. I eat frosted mini wheats for breakfast which prolly is the largest sugar rush I get.

I often find by night time my "drive" has went down alot. But I sometimes find if I cheat and eat an ice cream cone or something an hour later I feel really horny. Why is this? I eat a very clean diet so perhaps thats why my drive isnt terrific all the time. But how can one maintain good drive without having to eat sweets all the time? And why do sweets seem to have this effect?

[5x10]

Originally Posted by Guardian

Sup dude

I dont feel my t levels are "low" to be considered a problem, i get random am boners (though I usually dont get them when waking up) seems my most horny time is around 9-10. I eat frosted mini wheats for breakfast which prolly is the largest sugar rush I get.

I often find by night time my "drive" has went down alot. But I sometimes find if I cheat and eat an ice cream cone or something an hour later I feel really horny. Why is this? I eat a very clean diet so perhaps thats why my drive isnt terrific all the time. But how can one maintain good drive without having to eat sweets all the time? And why do sweets seem to have this effect?

im with u here
both my roommates in college did bodybuilding shows(natural)
both had very very low sex drives while cutting

[Guardian]

Originally Posted by 5x10

im with u here
both my roommates in college did bodybuilding shows(natural)
both had very very low sex drives while cutting

I have studied this somewhat and the problem may have to do with serotonin. Carbs especially simple carbs tend to spike serotonin, which may influence ones overall mood and sex drive. I also believe that insulin spikes tend to decrease shbg (sex hormone binding globulin) I believe is what its called which can increase free testosterone ratios.

I dont think my test is to low because ive been cutting for months yet I have gained a tad of strength and muscle which prolly wouldnt be able to happen with low test.

[GodTower]

Originally Posted by TDetroit

get your cholesterol checked, sounds low. Cholesterol is the main building block of all hormones, if it gets low, you lose hormones.

Test it by eating a custard doughnut about an hour and a half before sex. If it helps, then you know. But get the blood test anyway. Also get a Testosterone test as well. Ask for total T, free T, LH and FSH all 4.

If LH and FSH are low, you should ask for an MRI on you Pituitary to check for brain tumor(s).

IF T is normal and free T is low, cut fat out of diet, and binge on a doughnut before sex.

If total T is low, consider replacement.

Read this:
http://www.t-nation.com/readArticle.do?id=460554

http://www.t-nation.com/readArticle.do?id=460895

What are LH and FSH?


For arguments sake, my test levels came back 415. I posted it up in the HRT forum. I'll have my doc check all of those when I get my full physical in a few weeks.

[Guardian]

Originally Posted by GodTower

What are LH and FSH?


For arguments sake, my test levels came back 415. I posted it up in the HRT forum. I'll have my doc check all of those when I get my full physical in a few weeks.

What time was that test performed?

415 Is alittle on the low side I believe the average is 300-1200. If the test was done in the am id be alittle worried, if it was done in late afternoon I wouldnt be as worried.

You may want to try using an ai combined with a couple whole eggs at night, I heard some people need a good test "kick" every once in a while.

[lacey23]

Originally Posted by GodTower

What are LH and FSH?


For arguments sake, my test levels came back 415. I posted it up in the HRT forum. I'll have my doc check all of those when I get my full physical in a few weeks.

This might be a good read for you bro. Pretty much in the study they found morning wood kicked in around 400-500, >500 for sex, and >600 for libido to kick in. Obviously it changes from person to person, and free test, estradiol and other levels, but it just shows normal range doesn't mean ****.

http://www.andrologyjournal.org/cgi/...t/25/6/963.pdf

LH, and FSH are the hormones that tell your nuts to make test. LH also stimulates the p455sc enzyme to help with the conversion of CHOL to Pregneolone.

If your doctor isn't willing to put you on Test at those levels I'de recomend getting into a TRT specialist. IF you live in the States you can find a doctor in your area here. http://www.lef.org/doctors/directory...04.html#NEVADA

This article might be a good read and tell you what blood tests you should get. http://www.allthingsmale.com/word_docs/TRT.doc

The estradiol, and adrenal tests are preticularly important. BTW a lot of docs arn't well read on this stuff so keep looking for the right doctor. IF you live in Michigan Dr. Joh Crisler is one of the best in the states. I mentioned his site earlier.

Hope this helps.

[deadbeatrec]

low test will make u not in the mood, i dont think it effects keeping a hard on. when ur test is low u just wont want pussy at all. u feel slow and slugist and can make u depressed.

[GodTower]

Originally Posted by Guardian

What time was that test performed?

415 Is alittle on the low side I believe the average is 300-1200. If the test was done in the am id be alittle worried, if it was done in late afternoon I wouldnt be as worried.

The blood was taken at 10:30 in the morning, so I'm assuming my levels go lower throughout the day.

Originally Posted by lacey23

This might be a good read for you bro. Pretty much in the study they found morning wood kicked in around 400-500, >500 for sex, and >600 for libido to kick in. Obviously it changes from person to person, and free test, estradiol and other levels, but it just shows normal range doesn't mean ****.

http://www.andrologyjournal.org/cgi/...t/25/6/963.pdf

LH, and FSH are the hormones that tell your nuts to make test. LH also stimulates the p455sc enzyme to help with the conversion of CHOL to Pregneolone.

If your doctor isn't willing to put you on Test at those levels I'de recomend getting into a TRT specialist. IF you live in the States you can find a doctor in your area here. http://www.lef.org/doctors/directory...04.html#NEVADA

This article might be a good read and tell you what blood tests you should get. http://www.allthingsmale.com/word_docs/TRT.doc

The estradiol, and adrenal tests are preticularly important. BTW a lot of docs arn't well read on this stuff so keep looking for the right doctor. IF you live in Michigan Dr. Joh Crisler is one of the best in the states. I mentioned his site earlier.

Hope this helps.

Thanks for the links, good reading. Neither of the two urologists I've seen seemed overly knowledgable or helpful, they seemed like they just wanted to get me on my way and move to the next patient. When I mentioned that liver problems can affect hormones and sex performance, he said he had never heard of that...?

I may try taking some Tribulus in the meantime and see if it helps my symptoms at all.

[lacey23]

Originally Posted by GodTower

The blood was taken at 10:30 in the morning, so I'm assuming my levels go lower throughout the day.




Thanks for the links, good reading. Neither of the two urologists I've seen seemed overly knowledgable or helpful, they seemed like they just wanted to get me on my way and move to the next patient. When I mentioned that liver problems can affect hormones and sex performance, he said he had never heard of that...?

I may try taking some Tribulus in the meantime and see if it helps my symptoms at all.

Yeah I've heard a ton of stories like that. The average doctor doesn't know much about TRT. I wouldn't worry about the liver itself. I'de worry about the hormones that are deficient. Btw Tribulus is absolute crap. You're going to want to get a doctor that will get your Test #'s back up to 8-900's with Test. Put you on HCG to keep your nuts working, Pregnenolone to keep other #'s up, and potentially arimidex if estrogen is a problem.

You're really not going to find any good information in the relationship forum. There's some pretty bad advice given already. A forum I'de recomend is http://anabolicminds.com/forum/male-anti-aging/ or the HRT board here. A
couple TRT doctors post over there, along with people knowledgable on the subject.

[RuShJuNkiE]

Originally Posted by deadbeatrec

low test will make u not in the mood, i dont think it effects keeping a hard on. when ur test is low u just wont want pussy at all. u feel slow and slugist and can make u depressed.

Symptoms of low test include obtaining and maintaining an erection, depression, inability to concentrate, and low sex drive.

Could be anxiety too.

Did all of this just happen one day?

Have you experienced any trauma to yourself?