Unveiling Male "Functional Esteem": The Truth About Penile Physiology and Viagra's Effects
Speaking of which, the penis, as an organ of intimidation and boasting, is also closely related to a man's self-awareness. A small penis makes it difficult to have confidence as a man; a large penis alone is enough to give a man unshakable confidence. Furthermore, because the penis is closely related to a man's self-awareness, not only size and shape, but also the functional aspects of erection are also very important factors.
Poor penile function is a blow to a man's self-worth. No, it's more than just self-worth; it threatens his very existence as a man. That's why older men experiencing functional decline often seek the help of Viagra. A man's confidence is, to some extent, directly proportional to his sexual organs. The thought of his "social status = face," or a reduction in stress, can both trigger an erection.
Furthermore, praising a man's penis and causing an erection can help him regain some confidence from a low mood. However, when a man hears a woman say things like "You're not good enough" or "You finished so quickly?", he immediately becomes unable to get an erection. Conversely, if a woman praises or compliments him, just a few words can immediately energize him. Respect is all that matters for an erection.
The penis is such an organ easily influenced by psychological factors; a man's mind is truly both delicate and simple. Over forty years ago, a song by Ueki et al. contained lyrics like: "'Only you are the meaning of my life, please, please, don't abandon me.' It was because you said that I took you to heart and married you, but that was a huge mistake! You can't cook or do laundry at all, but you can eat three people's worth of food in one go. If you complain even slightly, you immediately turn on me and leave. Okay, that's enough-what a joke, what a joke, you bastard!"
Younger people probably aren't familiar with this song. However, just like the lyrics say, men love being relied upon by women; in other words, being respected is what makes men happiest. Women might find this connection hard to grasp, but you can pretend you've been tricked and go ahead and compliment your man. Just doing that should instantly energize him both physically and mentally.
For men, becoming unable to achieve an erection is tantamount to "no longer being a man." Therefore, men always yearn to keep their sexual organs active, which is why Viagra is so popular. The English name for Viagra (Sildenafil) is said to be a combination of "vigor," meaning "vitality, energy, and stamina," and "Niagara Falls," the waterfall located on the border between the United States and Canada.
The reason this drug is named as such might be to suggest a powerful, sweeping impact, like Niagara Falls, and the ability to revitalize the sexual organs. Imagine the image of a waterfall; the name Viagra certainly evokes a grand impression. However, its mechanism of action is actually quite simple. An erection is simply the state created when the corpora cavernosa of the penis fill with blood.
In simple terms, when a man is sexually stimulated, this stimulation is converted into a signal that travels from the brain through the spinal cord to the penis. Once the signal reaches the penis, the arteries responsible for transporting blood to the corpora cavernosa and corpus spongiosum respond to the signal and begin to dilate, instantly increasing the amount of blood flowing into the penis. Simultaneously, the muscles surrounding the veins responsible for pumping blood out of the penis contract, thus slowing the rate at which blood flows out.
Increased blood flow and decreased blood flow cause a rise in blood pressure, resulting in penile swelling, hardening, thickening, and lengthening. The primary cause of erectile dysfunction is insufficient blood flow to the corpora cavernosa of the penis. Viagra's main function is to dilate penile blood vessels, allowing blood to flow smoothly into the penis and achieving an erection. In short, Viagra is a vasodilator.
People with ischemic heart disease, myocardial infarction, or those taking vasodilators should not use Viagra. Viagra can have a synergistic effect, causing vasodilation throughout the body, a drop in blood pressure, and potentially even heart failure, threatening their lives. Therefore, these patients should not use Viagra. However, even so, some male patients still plead with their doctors, saying, "I'd rather die than give you Viagra!"