A male orgasm is an intense feeling of pleasure throughout the body, especially in the genitals. It usually goes hand-in-hand with ejaculation, but it’s possible to reach orgasm without ejaculating.
There are several different things that contribute to orgasms, including physical and emotional stimulation. Here’s a closer look at how it all works.
Ejaculation
During sexual climax, a man’s body releases semen through the vas deferens and seminal vesicles. Semen is a mixture of sperm and whitish fluids that nourish and protect the sperm. It is also known as ejaculate, cum, jizz and more. Men can orgasm before ejaculating, but the two usually occur together.
A male orgasm is a complex reaction between the brain and body. The hormone testosterone stimulates the production of sperm in the testicles and elevates a man’s libido. During an orgasm, the reward center of the brain is activated and a part of the brain that controls self-control is inhibited. The body then responds with intense contractions in the penis, prostate and pelvic area.
This is what makes the orgasm so exciting and pleasurable for many men, as well as women who are intimate with them. However, some men struggle to achieve orgasm. This can be a result of mental and emotional issues, masturbation patterns, and even some medical conditions. Men who have problems reaching an orgasm should consider discussing this with a men’s health clinic. The team at Paramount Men’s Medical Center provides erectile dysfunction treatment, premature ejaculation therapy and more to improve men’s sexual health. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.
Emotions
When it comes to sex, most people have a general idea of what an orgasm is like. A little hand or mouth on the penis, a bit of in and out, and voila! But the male orgasm is a lot more complex than that. It’s a process involving a flood of brain chemicals that create a trance-like state of ecstasy, and fast, intense contractions of muscles in the pelvic area.
During the orgasm, blood fills the arteries in the penis until it becomes fully erect. This is followed by a plateau phase (sometimes called pre-orgasm) that lasts 30 seconds to two minutes. During this time, heart rate and blood pressure increase, and the body temperature rises. During emission, semen moves to the tip of the penis and into the urethra (the tube that urine and semen exit through). Involuntary pelvic thrusting may also occur.
After a male orgasm, many men feel emotional detachment from their partners. They may want to rest, withdraw, or even be drowsy. This state is referred to as post-orgasmic detachment and can sometimes be uncomfortable or even painful.
It’s important to note that a man can only have one orgasm per sexual encounter. This is because only men ejaculate semen, which has a specific biological function in fertilizing female eggs and resulting in pregnancy.
Physical Stimulation
The typical orgasm is triggered by sexual stimulation of your penis. This may be through masturbation or sex, and it involves the ejaculatory gland of the penis, which some refer to as your “P-spot.” The prostate is a walnut-sized gland that sits under the bladder. It is a sensitive spot that can be stimulated by a sex toy or even your finger. Stimulation of the prostate causes a chain reaction that starts in your brain, and it eventually leads to the orgasm.
The first step is the “plateau,” which usually lasts about 30 seconds to two minutes. During this stage, you may experience intense tightening and tingling in the base of your penis. This sensation may also radiate through the anus and pelvic area. You may also feel involuntary muscle spasms, including pelvic thrusts. You may even experience a leakage of seminal fluid (often called pre-cum) from the urethra.
During this stage, your breathing and heart rate increase, and your blood pressure rises. You might begin to sweat. Then, your scrotum begins to tighten up. Your testosterone levels will spike and your sex drive will escalate. This is when you are at your most vulnerable, so don’t let the fear of embarrassment or shame stop you from experiencing this amazing feeling!
Sex Drive
A male orgasm – also called an ejaculatory orgasm – involves the sensation of pleasure in your genitals, usually as a result of sexual stimulation. During this time, muscles in your penis (and your anus and perineum) will contract repeatedly for several seconds or more, leading to the release of semen. Many men find that the release of semen is what brings them to their most intense orgasms, but it’s possible for a man to have an orgasm without ejaculating, and vice versa.
The sexual response cycle consists of four phases, all of which are involved in an orgasm. The first step is arousal, which happens when you think about something or see someone you find sexually attractive. This triggers the brain to send signals down the spine to the sex organs. The next step is the plateau phase, which lasts from 30 seconds to two minutes. During this phase, muscle tension increases even more, and involuntary pelvic thrusts begin to take place. There may also be a leakage of seminal fluid into the urethra, which is sometimes referred to as pre-cum.
The final phase is resolution, which is when the penis begins to lose its erection and you feel relaxed or even drowsy. You might also start to feel a desire to have more orgasms. Some people can achieve multiple orgasms in a short period of time, which is called multiorgasmic experience. However, most men cannot reach orgasm more than once, and the refractory period for getting another erection can be long.
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