Life gets stressful – it’s just the way it works – and sometimes things go wrong. It’s a fact most men understand all too well. But while some problems are to be expected, there

are times when a small problem can be an early warning sign for something much bigger. Knowing when something is no big deal versus when to get professional help can mean the difference between a simple problem to treat and serious health concerns.

Common Sexual Performance Problems

Generally speaking, men experience one of two sexual performance problems. The first is, of course, erectile dysfunction. Erectile health is a good indicator for overall health and quite often a man who struggles to achieve or maintain a healthy erection will also have other issues involving his circulation. This can include tingling or numbness in his feet or hands. Sometimes these side effects are a part of a bigger issue such as diabetes. If a man has a chronic condition that affects his sexual performance he should discuss these issues with the health care provider who is treating the primary condition.

Occasional or acute episodes of erectile dysfunction aren’t any cause for alarm. If the problem persists, however, it’s a good idea to speak to your doctor. Not only can he help to pinpoint potential triggers or causes, he can also prescribe medications such as Viagra if the man needs or wants to explore that option.

Acute vs Chronic

In many cases, men don’t immediately seek out help or advice for sporadic or acute episodes of sexual performance dysfunction. This is because a man’s sexual performance hinges on a number of internal and external factors. While his overall physical and mental health are the most influential areas, stress at work, a bad commute or even a poor showing in a sporting event can throw a guy off his game.

But when a problem like impotence, low stamina or premature ejaculation become a chronic issue, it’s time to take notice. When these conditions begin to recur over long periods of time it often signals that something isn’t working as it should. In some cases it could signal a new problem such as a recent rise in stress or it could be associated with a previously diagnosed condition.

In the case of premature ejaculation, something may initially trigger an episode but then a guy can’t seem to get back on track even when he thinks the original issue is resolved. Sometimes premature ejaculation feeds into a cycle that makes the problem worse as men begin to grow anxious and stressed out over the fact that it’s continuing for so long.

If you’ve already been to a doctor about the condition and have taken the steps needed to resolve the underlying issue, your stamina should begin to return. If it doesn’t consider more immediate treatments such as numbing creams, penis rings or the use of certain pharmaceuticals in order to delay ejaculation and break the cycle. This can give you your self-confidence back in the bedroom and then you can begin to use those sex aids less and less until you’re back in the swing of things.

Knowing when to get help for sexual performance issues is about more than just maintaining a happy and healthy sex life. Quite often problems like impotence and premature ejaculation are a part of a larger issue which should be dealt with as soon as possible. Getting the help you need at the earliest stages improves your chances of finding a successful treatment that will have you back in the saddle – and between the sheets – in no time.