Penis sensitivity can be an obstacle to orgasm and sexual pleasure. Fortunately, there are many natural approaches that can reduce or eliminate the problem.
Using a lubricant to increase friction and slow down orgasm can be helpful, as can taking a few minutes to rest the area before finishing. In addition, practicing good hygiene and avoiding certain habits can help.
1. Wash Your Penis Regularly
Often, a loss of sensitivity in the penis’ glans can be traced to a combination of lifestyle elements and habits (excessive masturbation), health problems (diabetic neuropathy), or medication. Luckily, there are a few simple steps you can take to restore penile sensitivity and prevent future complications.
The most important step is daily penile hygiene. Gently washing your penis with warm water and a mild soap is crucial to maintaining proper genital health. This can reduce the buildup of a whitish, cheese-like substance called smegma, which can lead to odor and irritation.
Washing the head of the penis, gently pulling back the foreskin, and wiping down the tip of the glans should be done regularly using a soft wash cloth or baby wipe. Be careful not to scrub this sensitive area as it could irritate the skin and aggravate the condition. You should also avoid scented or dyed soaps as they may irritate the area as well.
2. Avoid Excessive Masturbation
Many men experience a decrease in penile sensitivity as they age. This can be due to various factors, including injuries (such as rough sex or falls) and masturbation. If you’re prone to premature ejaculation, then applying a topical ointment or spray that reduces sensitivity may help. These products typically contain anesthetics such as lidocaine.
In some cases, a man’s loss of penile sensitivity may be due to deep-rooted habits like excessive masturbation or using idiosyncratic masturbation techniques. These behaviors can lead to a cycle in which a man experiences diminished sensation in the glans and then increases his masturbation force to compensate, causing further desensitization.
If you’re a guy who’s experiencing this issue, try reducing your masturbation frequency and loosening up on the pressure of your technique. In addition, you can use sex toys during foreplay and during intercourse to increase pleasure and help you achieve an orgasm.
3. Maintain Proper Hygiene
If your penis feels less sensitive than normal due to a minor injury, it may just take some time for the damage to heal. This may help you feel normal during masturbation and sex again. However, if the injury is from a sexually transmitted infection like genital warts or herpes, you will need to use medication to treat the infection. This will make your peen more sensitive after you have finished taking the medication and once any inflammation is gone.
If you suffer from phimosis, a condition where the foreskin is tight around the head of the penis, your doctor may prescribe steroid creams that will help stretch and reveal the glans. He or she may also recommend a circumcision or other procedure that will release the tight skin. Numbing sprays, ointments, and lotions are also available that contain anesthetic medications and can reduce sensitivity for a short amount of time.
4. Avoid Excessive Alcohol Consumption
If you lose sensation in your penis, it can affect your libido and satisfaction with intercourse. This can happen due to lifestyle elements, habits, and/or medical conditions. If you suspect you have lost glans sensitivity, it is important to seek medical help.
Alcohol and drugs are notorious for reducing sensitivity, especially when used on a regular basis. The depressants in these substances can reduce the nerve impulses that go to the penis. This can interfere with the signals from the brain that lead to sex and cause erectile dysfunction.
Topical anesthetic medications that numb the glans can also reduce sensitivity. These include numbing sprays and ointments that contain lidocaine. These are effective for PE and have a low risk of systemic side effects.
5. Practice Mindfulness and Relaxation Techniques
As mentioned earlier, the penis is one of the most sensitive areas in the body. This is because it contains many nerves that respond to even slight sensations. However, a sensitivity that goes too far can cause problems during sex and may also interfere with orgasm.
If you are experiencing a loss of sensitivity in the head of your penis, there are a few things you can do to restore it. One option is to try a delay cream or spray that contains an anesthetic. These are available over the counter or by prescription and can help reduce PE by slowing down ejaculation without affecting arousal or spontaneity.
You can also try applying ice during foreplay to create a cool, tingling sensation that may increase arousal and excitement. For example, you can hold a small piece of ice in your mouth during oral sex or rub it down your partner’s body.
6. Incorporate More Foreplay
Foreplay is a natural aphrodisiac that can increase sexual arousal and pleasure. Kissing, stroking the stomach and inner thighs and breasts, moaning together and talking dirty are just some of the many ways foreplay can be accomplished.
For men, oral stimulation is also a great way to get the juices flowing. Teasing and licking the clit and penis head can lead to orgasms, especially when the foreskin is moist. It is important to use a condom during this foreplay to protect against infection, however.
If you’ve noticed that your glans are less sensitive than they used to be, it could be due to age or other health issues. In this case, it is a good idea to visit a doctor who can prescribe a lubricant or numbing spray that can help restore sensation in the glans. A doctor can also recommend other lifestyle changes and habits to help with sensitivity, including avoidance of excessive masturbation or alcohol consumption.
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