Why can't I get hard after the first round?

After orgasm, every man goes through a recovery cycle, called the refractory period, which is when it is not possible to get another erection. This resolution stage can take anything from minutes to days and varies from man to man, generally extending as you get older.

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How do you get hard after round 1?

After you finish round one, try new forms of foreplay or sexual positions to make you feel aroused, excited and ready to go. Try to exercise and eat well. Generally speaking, staying active and maintaining a healthy body weight can do wonders for your sexual performance.

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Why am I not getting hard for second round?

“Dopamine and testosterone levels drop, and prolactin [a hormone produced by your pituitary gland] rises.” Elevated prolactin levels post-ejaculation could play a role in your inability to get it up again.

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How long does it take a guy to get ready for round 2?

"Teenage boys can have a refractory period of a few minutes; a 30-year-old man is typically unable to have a second orgasm for half an hour or more; and for many men 50 years and older, one orgasm per day may be all they can achieve."

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How long do guys wait for round 2?

The male refractory period varies with some men ready for sexual stimulation within a few minutes, while others may require hours to days. There is no definite duration a guy must wait for the second round of sexual intercourse following an orgasm.

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I CAN'T GET "IT" UP!!! (How To FIX Erectile Dysfunction FAST)

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How long should round one last in bed?

During sexual intercourse, most men ejaculate between 5-10 minutes and research has shown the average time to ejaculate after penetration is 5 1/2 minutes. Usually, ejaculation less than 1 to 1 1/2 minutes after penetration is regarded as premature ejaculation.

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Is it embarrassing when a guy can t get hard?

When you have trouble achieving or maintaining an erection with a partner, it can be embarrassing – especially if it is happening for the first time. When something like this happens, it is easy to close yourself off and wallow in your worry and self-pity.

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Does Viagra keep you hard after coming?

Viagra doesn't stop your erection going down after you ejaculate, so you'll likely lose your erection after you do. If you are having trouble orgasming too early then you may need separate treatment for premature ejaculation. You can get more than one erection while on Viagra.

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Does Viagra make you thicker?

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. They won't magically endow you with more length or girth permanently.

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How long can the average man stay erect?

A penile erection can normally last anywhere from a few minutes to about half an hour. On average, men have five erections a night while they're sleeping, each lasting about 25 to 35 minutes (Youn, 2017).

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Can you take 2 Viagra pills at once?

Because 100mg is the highest dose available, you should never 'double up' on tablets or take more than one in 24 hours. Sildenafil 100mg is the highest safe dosage you can take – if it is ineffective, you should try another ED treatment.

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What to say if he can t get it up?

Try talking dirty, telling him what you want to do next or what about him really turns you on. If he is really spinning, maybe just hold him and reassure him that you're both OK. If he needs some space, let him have it, but don't let him avoid the topic forever.

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Is it normal for a 22 year old to not get hard?

You can experience erectile dysfunction in your 20s; it is normal and common. Many things could be causing your ED, including lifestyle factors, medications, or psychological stress. Overall, there is no need to worry, as there are many changes you can make and medications you can take to help manage your ED.

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Why can't I get fully hard at 22?

What Causes ED in Your 20s? There's no singular cause for erectile dysfunction. Instead, erection issues can be caused by a range of different factors, from physical ones like cardiovascular health issues, to psychological ones like performance anxiety, depression or potentially even overuse of pornography.

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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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Why does my boyfriend not stay erect?

Losing an erection or being unable to become erect often results from nerves, anxiety, or using alcohol or other drugs. Sometimes men worry about performance, and sometimes they're anxious about whether or not having intercourse is the right decision, or whether they're with the right partner.

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Is it unhealthy to not get morning wood?

Just like morning wood is normal, it's also perfectly normal to sometimes wake up without an erection. However, if you often wake up without an erection, or if you notice a sudden drop in nighttime or morning erections, it could be a sign of an underlying health issue that might be causing erectile dysfunction (ED).

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At what age do men need Viagra?

There's no specific age at which erectile dysfunction (ED) starts. But ED is much more likely after the age of 50. Although you can't change your age, you can take steps to improve your overall physical health and prevent weight gain, heart disease, and diabetes.

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What to say if you can t get hard?

Be open about the situation – You may want to hide the problem from your partner, but discussing the issue can take some of the pressure off. Simply say you need a little longer to get hard and focus on foreplay and you could find your erection will come on its own.

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How to excite a man with erectile dysfunction?

"Even the perineum and anus, the nipples and other erogenous zones around the body." Mr Tilley says kissing, caressing, genital play and oral stimulation can all be experienced as pleasurable whether there is an erection or not.

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How can I get him to open up?

How to get someone to open up:
  1. Consistency is key.
  2. Practice active listening.
  3. Ask questions...but not too many.
  4. Demonstrate sharing and self-disclosure.
  5. Lean on nonverbals.
  6. Let them know you value your relationship and ask what they need to feel safe.
  7. Acknowledge your own desires.

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What is the best pill to stay hard?

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  • Sildenafil (Viagra). This medication is most effective when taken on an empty stomach one hour before sex. ...
  • Vardenafil (Levitra, Staxyn). This medication also is most effective when taken one hour before sex and can be taken with or without food. ...
  • Tadalafil (Cialis). ...
  • Avanafil (Stendra).

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How do you know if a guy is taking Viagra?

Is There a Way To Tell if a Man is Taking Viagra? Wondering if your man is taking a pill to keep up his energy in bed? You could check his medicine cabinet, send an email to his doctor asking what prescription drugs he's on, or have his blood tested.

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How long does Viagra last?

Generally, Viagra lasts around four hours. So it's important you don't take Viagra too long before you want to have sex, for example don't take Viagra in the morning if you expect to have sex at night.

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Is it good to erect Everyday?

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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