Characteristics of sexual life in the elderly

After recognizing the role of sexual activity in the physical and mental health of the elderly, we must also fully consider the unique physical characteristics of the elderly to properly arrange their sexual lives. Some elderly people only emphasize the benefits of a harmonious and fulfilling sex life for health and longevity, neglecting the unique physical characteristics of the elderly. They engage in sexual activity too frequently, and some only realize the problem after developing heart disease. Others fail to see the characteristics of the sexual organs of the elderly, ignoring issues such as vaginal atrophy and insufficient lubrication in older women, leading to unbearable pain during intercourse. Instead of adding pleasure and enjoyment, it brings suffering. Below, we will examine the changes in the elderly body to consider the precautions to take in sexual activity.

Aging has the following characteristics:

Universality. Aging is not a pathological state but a normal natural phenomenon, although some pathological changes often occur during the aging process.

Gradualness. The changes in aging will gradually become apparent, rather than sudden.

Decline. The body's ability to respond to the environment gradually declines, increasing the risk of death.

Internality. The aging process originates from internal factors and follows a certain pattern; external factors can also cause certain changes in the body and accelerate the aging process.

(1) Reduced body fat: Reduced body fat in the elderly makes them more susceptible to cold, and their ability to regulate cold and heat is weakened. Therefore, the elderly should pay attention to room temperature regulation during sexual activity, avoiding cold in winter and heat in summer to prevent excessive sweating and exhaustion.

(2) Loss of skin elasticity and altered sensation: The skin of the elderly becomes thinner, loses elasticity, reduces body fat, and increases wrinkles. In addition, the skin sensation of the elderly also changes and becomes dull. Therefore, the elderly should not bathe excessively before and after sexual activity, and should pay attention to protecting the skin to prevent dryness and peeling. Some elderly people are particularly sensitive to touch and do not want to receive excessive caresses as they used to.

(3) Muscle atrophy: Due to muscle atrophy, the contractile force of muscles decreases, and flexibility and endurance decrease. Therefore, it is important to maintain muscle strength through appropriate activities. Since the elderly have poor muscle strength and are not so flexible, they should also pay attention to avoiding excessive movements to prevent back pain, muscle soreness, or even unnecessary muscle damage, and should choose more energy-saving positions (such as the side position).

(4) Decreased cerebral blood flow: Decreased cerebral blood flow during aging can lead to a decline in overall bodily function. Therefore, excessive bending or stretching of the neck should be avoided during intercourse.

(5) Slowed reflexes: Slowed nerve conduction speed makes the overall reflexes of the elderly sluggish. Therefore, attention should be paid to the characteristics of this physiological change during sexual intercourse. The elderly should be made aware that the process of sexual arousal may be slow and they should be patient and not rush things, because this is a consequence of physiological changes and cannot be corrected by subjective will alone. For example, the husband must wait for the wife to be fully aroused—that the vagina is fully lubricated—before engaging in sexual intercourse; and the wife should not be annoyed by the husband's slow erection, but should patiently help the husband to become aroused.

(6) Difficulty breathing: Due to the decline in muscle strength and lung capacity in the elderly, excessive and strenuous exercise can cause rapid and deep breathing, resulting in difficulty breathing. Therefore, the choice of sexual position is very important. The side position allows both partners to avoid bearing each other's weight, which is conducive to maintaining stable breathing. Therefore, the side or sitting position is more suitable.

(7) Decreased cardiac function: The cardiac output of the elderly can decrease by 30%-40%, and the time required to recover to a normal heart rate after exercise is also prolonged. Peripheral vascular resistance increases with age, which also increases the difficulty of cardiac ejection. Therefore, avoiding excessive tension and excessively strenuous exercise is safe for the elderly, so as not to increase the extra burden on their cardiovascular system. The amount of energy required for sexual activity and the intensity of sexual activity vary greatly. Therefore, the newlywed stage of remarriage and long-awaited reunion are prone to excessive excitement, which can increase the burden on the cardiovascular system and may lead to accidents. Extramarital sexual behavior is even more dangerous. It is worth noting that if shortness of breath, palpitations or a sharp decrease in appetite are found during or after intercourse, there is a possibility of myocardial damage. In addition to suspending sexual activity, medical attention should be sought in time and changes in cardiac function should be monitored frequently.

(8) Weakened digestive function: The gastrointestinal motility and emptying of the elderly are slowed down, and digestive problems such as constipation are prone to occur. Do not eat too much before intercourse, and do not have intercourse immediately after a full meal, as this will affect the digestive function of the gastrointestinal tract.

(9) Decreased urinary system function: Due to sluggish nerve reflexes and weakened muscle strength, the time interval between the urge to urinate and urination is reduced, which may lead to urinary incontinence. This can damage the self-esteem of the elderly and cause inconvenience in their lives and social interactions. Emptying the bladder before intercourse and paying attention to exercising the pubococcygeus muscle can help solve some problems that may occur during intercourse.

(10) Changes in the reproductive system itself: The ovaries of elderly women no longer produce estrogen, and the testosterone of elderly men is significantly reduced, but libido still exists. The frequency of intercourse decreases, and the refractory period after ejaculation in men is significantly delayed, but the duration of intercourse can be prolonged. First, do not believe the myth that aging causes loss of libido; second, the elderly should seek proper sexual guidance and education.

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