Tobacco use has long been associated with serious damage to the cardiovascular system. But the effects do not stop there. Smoking not only raises blood pressure or causes heart disease, it also affects sexual health in both men and women. From vaginal dryness and erectile dysfunction to a noticeable decrease in libido, the effects of smoking on sexuality are evident. Let’s take a look at how smoking negatively affects your sexual well-being.
Why smoking and sexuality are incompatible
It is well known that smoking harms the body, especially the cardiovascular system. However, what is less often talked about is how important good blood flow is for sexual function.
Adequate blood flow ensures good functioning of the organs responsible for sexuality in both men and women.
For men, libido or erectile dysfunction can be an early sign of cardiovascular problems and should not be ignored.
For women, the link between smoking and sexuality is also a concern.
Fertility, which is closely linked to sexual health, is often reduced by tobacco use.
Smoking can lead to complications in pregnancy and endanger the health of the foetus.
In the long term, smoking can lead to premature menopause, further affecting the libido, which is already compromised by exposure to tobacco.
Different effects of smoking on female libido
Although the impact on men’s sexual health is more commonly discussed, smoking also has a significant impact on women’s sex lives. Under normal conditions, during sexual arousal, blood flow to the vaginal walls increases, leading to natural lubrication. This process, known as transudation, occurs when fluids from the blood vessels pass through the vaginal wall, providing sufficient moisture.
For women who smoke, this natural process can be disrupted.
They may experience reduced lubrication during intercourse or vaginal dryness at other times. This is due to the vasoconstricting effects of harmful substances in cigarettes, such as carbon monoxide and nicotine, as well as damage caused by free radicals. Reduced blood flow to the vaginal walls leads to a lower level of lubrication, making intercourse less pleasurable or even painful. Not surprisingly, this can also lead to a lower sex drive.
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Tobacco and male sexuality
Frequent erection problems
For men, erectile dysfunction is the most common sexual problem associated with smoking.
Studies show that as many as 40% of long-term smokers experience erectile dysfunction, compared to 28% of men in the general population. Smoking increases the risk of erectile dysfunction by 51% on average.
Why does smoking cause erectile dysfunction?
In order for a man to achieve an erection, the corpora cavernosa must be filled with blood, which is supplied by the penile arteries. Smoking damages the health of the arteries, reducing their ability to function normally and causing blockages that impede blood flow.
When blood flow to the adnexa is insufficient, it becomes difficult to achieve or maintain a full erection. This can be manifested by difficulty in maintaining an erection for long enough, insufficient rigidity or even the development of complete impotence.
The negative consequences do not end there. Reduced blood flow also means less oxygen supply to the penis, which reduces the elasticity of the pores. In addition, the penile tissues of men who smoke receive less stimulation than those of non-smokers, which often leads to smaller erections.
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Benefits of quitting smoking
The adverse effects of smoking on sexual health, for both men and women, are well known, whether a person smokes a lot or a little.
However, these effects are not irreversible. As with many other tobacco-related health problems, quitting smoking can significantly improve the condition.
After just a few weeks, many people regain vaginal hydration or erectile function similar to that of non-smokers. In addition, many notice an increase in libido in the first few weeks after quitting smoking.
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