Why, when some men catch a cold, do they make it out to be something more serious – suggesting pneumonia or bronchitis? And yet when they’re really sick, they ignore the symptoms, minimise their discomfort and avoid the doctor?
Men’s life expectancy is universally shorter than that of women – one in five men dies before 65; 75 per cent of premature deaths from heart disease are in men; 67 per cent of men are overweight; middle-aged men are twice as likely to have diabetes as women; four out of five suicides are men. That’s why, he stresses, “it’s crucial for men to take action as early as possible; avoidance won’t make the problem go away and it could harm the individual in the long run”.
Chow says the proportion of patients consulting for erectile dysfunction has gradually risen, from 18.4 per cent in 2016 to 21.4 per cent in 2021. Patients as young as 18 may seek help. Premature ejaculation is just that – ejaculation that happens too soon or too fast. In his practice, Chow says six to seven per cent of his patients have this complaint. And while it might be embarrassing to talk to your doctor about it, it’s not uncommon, and the prognosis for a positive outcome is good.
“It’s important for men to understand that ED and PE are not a reflection of their masculinity and that the relationship is just as valued. By reassuring them that these are common problems, couples can stay positive about these treatable conditions given the array of available treatments.”
Singapore Latest News, Singapore Headlines
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