In this article, we\u2019re reviewing different causes of sustained erections. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
We\u2019re evaluating their causes and what to do about them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Why won\u2019t my erection go down?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nHaving a continuous erection that won\u2019t go down can be a very common problem during adolescence. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, these healthy erections shouldn\u2019t be painful, and the penis should not change its appearance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
When it does, the patient could be experiencing a medical problem called priapism<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat causes it?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIf you have persistent erection problems, it might be a good idea to consider these psychological and physical causes<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\nErections from sexual arousal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Sexual desire is a natural cause of continuous erections. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is more common in young men but can happen to anyone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The erectile function won\u2019t always respond to a man\u2019s will. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It can be pretty difficult to control, even if you\u2019re not about to have sexual intercourse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Viagra, cocaine, and other medications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Next in line, we need to ensure that no drug prescribed for sexual dysfunction<\/a> is causing erection problems.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\nViagra<\/a> and other PDE5 inhibitors may lead to continuous erections. <\/p>\n\n\n\nEven after ejaculating, the penis may not fully return to a flaccid state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cocaine has a similar effect on erections, as well as other erectile dysfunction<\/a> medications.<\/p>\n\n\n\nPeyronie\u2019s disease<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This ailment features the formation of fibrous tissue in the penis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is stiffer than the surrounding tissue and may lead to curvature changes of the penis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Peyronie disease<\/a> may interfere with the blood flow or by itself cause penile stiffness.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSickle cell anemia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This type of anemia features abnormal blood cells and sometimes causes heart disease<\/a> and other physical problems. <\/p>\n\n\n\nOne of the complications is the formation of blood clots in the blood vessels. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They interfere with the circulation of the penis and may lead to blood retention in the penis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Priapism<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This is a persistent and involuntary penile erection of the penis without sexual stimulation and not relieved by ejaculation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The cause is usually a vascular disease in the corpora cavernosa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The penis is either not allowing blood to come out (ischemic or low-flow priapism) or receiving blood flow excessively and uncontrollably (nonischemic or high-flow priapism).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Will you need treatment?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nPriapism<\/a> is a medical emergency. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you have this sexual problem and do not receive prompt treatment, there will be a risk of penile necrosis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, as you have seen above, not all cases of continuous erections are caused by priapism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Drug-induced erection problems go away by themselves with the effect of the drug. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Erections from sexual arousal will also go away without causing health problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
6 ways you can stop an erection<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhat methods can you try to stop an erection? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here\u2019s a list of ideas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1) Look for a distraction<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe first recommendation is to distract yourself with different thoughts and activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You could try math problems or anything that challenges your cognitive abilities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thinking about something else may help you, but it takes some time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In the meantime, try to forget about your erection for a while.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2) Take a cold shower<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThis is one of the first recommendations people will give you, and it does work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cold temperatures reduce the blood flow to the skin and the penis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
By doing so, it will go back to its flaccid state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cold water works better compared to cold room temperature, so a shower is a great option when it\u2019s available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3) Try meditating<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nMeditation<\/a> and breathing distract your mind from the thoughts that caused the erection. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThis method is helpful if you\u2019re receiving a massage and do not want to trigger an uncomfortable moment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can focus on your breathing and how the air enters and leaves your lungs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another option is repeating a word, counting forward or backward, or making a complete body scan. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
These techniques will make you feel relaxed, and the erection will go away after a while.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
4) Engage in light exercise<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nPhysical activity such as walking, light jogging, or doing push-ups can help you get rid of an erection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is because exercise redirects your blood flow to your muscles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you don\u2019t have an active source of sexual arousal, the erection will start to go down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you decide to take a walk, you can conceal the erection by wearing a baggy waist pack or a similar piece of clothing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Listen to music while exercising and distract yourself to speed up the effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
5) Change your position<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nSometimes, repositioning your body can be the solution. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is particularly useful if there\u2019s something in your clothes or around you stimulating your penis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Spontaneous erections usually result from unnoticed stimulation by your chair or your clothes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another benefit of changing your position is that you will be able to hide your erection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Concealing the erection and thinking about something else can help a lot in these awkward moments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
6) Calm down and wait<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nSometimes thinking about your erection only makes it worse. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you keep thinking about it, your thoughts will go back to the source of the erection, and it will be sustained. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thus, if you try to calm your anxiety, nature will respond, and the erection will stop after a while. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
When to see a doctor<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nYou have different alarm signs to look for medical help. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Start by checking your penile prosthesis<\/a> if you have one. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf your erection was not triggered by sexual arousal or Viagra and does not stop after ejaculation, consider these symptoms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- An erection that lasts for 4 hours or more<\/li>
- A continuous and painful erection<\/li>
- Changes in color in your penis, scrotum, or the surrounding area<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
If you have these symptoms, look for professional help to rule out priapism as a cause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nErection is a healthy sexual function, but it can also become a problem sometimes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Most spontaneous erections are not medical emergencies, especially in young males starting their sexual activity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They usually have psychological causes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It may also happen if you\u2019re receiving testosterone treatment<\/a>, even without an active sex life.<\/p>\n\n\n\nTake measures such as cold showers, distracting yourself, trying meditation, and light exercise. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Look for medical help if that doesn\u2019t work, or if you have alarming symptoms such as pain or color changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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What causes it?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIf you have persistent erection problems, it might be a good idea to consider these psychological and physical causes<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\nErections from sexual arousal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Sexual desire is a natural cause of continuous erections. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is more common in young men but can happen to anyone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The erectile function won\u2019t always respond to a man\u2019s will. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It can be pretty difficult to control, even if you\u2019re not about to have sexual intercourse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Viagra, cocaine, and other medications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Next in line, we need to ensure that no drug prescribed for sexual dysfunction<\/a> is causing erection problems.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\nViagra<\/a> and other PDE5 inhibitors may lead to continuous erections. <\/p>\n\n\n\nEven after ejaculating, the penis may not fully return to a flaccid state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cocaine has a similar effect on erections, as well as other erectile dysfunction<\/a> medications.<\/p>\n\n\n\nPeyronie\u2019s disease<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This ailment features the formation of fibrous tissue in the penis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is stiffer than the surrounding tissue and may lead to curvature changes of the penis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Peyronie disease<\/a> may interfere with the blood flow or by itself cause penile stiffness.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSickle cell anemia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This type of anemia features abnormal blood cells and sometimes causes heart disease<\/a> and other physical problems. <\/p>\n\n\n\nOne of the complications is the formation of blood clots in the blood vessels. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They interfere with the circulation of the penis and may lead to blood retention in the penis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Priapism<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This is a persistent and involuntary penile erection of the penis without sexual stimulation and not relieved by ejaculation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The cause is usually a vascular disease in the corpora cavernosa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The penis is either not allowing blood to come out (ischemic or low-flow priapism) or receiving blood flow excessively and uncontrollably (nonischemic or high-flow priapism).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Will you need treatment?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nPriapism<\/a> is a medical emergency. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you have this sexual problem and do not receive prompt treatment, there will be a risk of penile necrosis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, as you have seen above, not all cases of continuous erections are caused by priapism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Drug-induced erection problems go away by themselves with the effect of the drug. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Erections from sexual arousal will also go away without causing health problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
6 ways you can stop an erection<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhat methods can you try to stop an erection? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here\u2019s a list of ideas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1) Look for a distraction<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe first recommendation is to distract yourself with different thoughts and activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You could try math problems or anything that challenges your cognitive abilities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thinking about something else may help you, but it takes some time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In the meantime, try to forget about your erection for a while.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2) Take a cold shower<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThis is one of the first recommendations people will give you, and it does work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cold temperatures reduce the blood flow to the skin and the penis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
By doing so, it will go back to its flaccid state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cold water works better compared to cold room temperature, so a shower is a great option when it\u2019s available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3) Try meditating<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nMeditation<\/a> and breathing distract your mind from the thoughts that caused the erection. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThis method is helpful if you\u2019re receiving a massage and do not want to trigger an uncomfortable moment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can focus on your breathing and how the air enters and leaves your lungs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another option is repeating a word, counting forward or backward, or making a complete body scan. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
These techniques will make you feel relaxed, and the erection will go away after a while.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
4) Engage in light exercise<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nPhysical activity such as walking, light jogging, or doing push-ups can help you get rid of an erection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is because exercise redirects your blood flow to your muscles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you don\u2019t have an active source of sexual arousal, the erection will start to go down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you decide to take a walk, you can conceal the erection by wearing a baggy waist pack or a similar piece of clothing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Listen to music while exercising and distract yourself to speed up the effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
5) Change your position<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nSometimes, repositioning your body can be the solution. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is particularly useful if there\u2019s something in your clothes or around you stimulating your penis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Spontaneous erections usually result from unnoticed stimulation by your chair or your clothes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another benefit of changing your position is that you will be able to hide your erection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Concealing the erection and thinking about something else can help a lot in these awkward moments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
6) Calm down and wait<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nSometimes thinking about your erection only makes it worse. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you keep thinking about it, your thoughts will go back to the source of the erection, and it will be sustained. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thus, if you try to calm your anxiety, nature will respond, and the erection will stop after a while. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
When to see a doctor<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nYou have different alarm signs to look for medical help. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Start by checking your penile prosthesis<\/a> if you have one. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf your erection was not triggered by sexual arousal or Viagra and does not stop after ejaculation, consider these symptoms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- An erection that lasts for 4 hours or more<\/li>
- A continuous and painful erection<\/li>
- Changes in color in your penis, scrotum, or the surrounding area<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
If you have these symptoms, look for professional help to rule out priapism as a cause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nErection is a healthy sexual function, but it can also become a problem sometimes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Most spontaneous erections are not medical emergencies, especially in young males starting their sexual activity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They usually have psychological causes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It may also happen if you\u2019re receiving testosterone treatment<\/a>, even without an active sex life.<\/p>\n\n\n\nTake measures such as cold showers, distracting yourself, trying meditation, and light exercise. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Look for medical help if that doesn\u2019t work, or if you have alarming symptoms such as pain or color changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Next Up<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Erections from sexual arousal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Sexual desire is a natural cause of continuous erections. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is more common in young men but can happen to anyone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The erectile function won\u2019t always respond to a man\u2019s will. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It can be pretty difficult to control, even if you\u2019re not about to have sexual intercourse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Viagra, cocaine, and other medications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Next in line, we need to ensure that no drug prescribed for sexual dysfunction<\/a> is causing erection problems.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Viagra<\/a> and other PDE5 inhibitors may lead to continuous erections. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Even after ejaculating, the penis may not fully return to a flaccid state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Cocaine has a similar effect on erections, as well as other erectile dysfunction<\/a> medications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This ailment features the formation of fibrous tissue in the penis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It is stiffer than the surrounding tissue and may lead to curvature changes of the penis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Peyronie disease<\/a> may interfere with the blood flow or by itself cause penile stiffness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This type of anemia features abnormal blood cells and sometimes causes heart disease<\/a> and other physical problems. <\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the complications is the formation of blood clots in the blood vessels. <\/p>\n\n\n\n They interfere with the circulation of the penis and may lead to blood retention in the penis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is a persistent and involuntary penile erection of the penis without sexual stimulation and not relieved by ejaculation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The cause is usually a vascular disease in the corpora cavernosa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The penis is either not allowing blood to come out (ischemic or low-flow priapism) or receiving blood flow excessively and uncontrollably (nonischemic or high-flow priapism).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Priapism<\/a> is a medical emergency. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have this sexual problem and do not receive prompt treatment, there will be a risk of penile necrosis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n However, as you have seen above, not all cases of continuous erections are caused by priapism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Drug-induced erection problems go away by themselves with the effect of the drug. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Erections from sexual arousal will also go away without causing health problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What methods can you try to stop an erection? <\/p>\n\n\n\n Here\u2019s a list of ideas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The first recommendation is to distract yourself with different thoughts and activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You could try math problems or anything that challenges your cognitive abilities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Thinking about something else may help you, but it takes some time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n In the meantime, try to forget about your erection for a while.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is one of the first recommendations people will give you, and it does work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Cold temperatures reduce the blood flow to the skin and the penis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n By doing so, it will go back to its flaccid state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Cold water works better compared to cold room temperature, so a shower is a great option when it\u2019s available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Meditation<\/a> and breathing distract your mind from the thoughts that caused the erection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This method is helpful if you\u2019re receiving a massage and do not want to trigger an uncomfortable moment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You can focus on your breathing and how the air enters and leaves your lungs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Another option is repeating a word, counting forward or backward, or making a complete body scan. <\/p>\n\n\n\n These techniques will make you feel relaxed, and the erection will go away after a while.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Physical activity such as walking, light jogging, or doing push-ups can help you get rid of an erection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This is because exercise redirects your blood flow to your muscles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you don\u2019t have an active source of sexual arousal, the erection will start to go down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you decide to take a walk, you can conceal the erection by wearing a baggy waist pack or a similar piece of clothing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Listen to music while exercising and distract yourself to speed up the effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sometimes, repositioning your body can be the solution. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This is particularly useful if there\u2019s something in your clothes or around you stimulating your penis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Spontaneous erections usually result from unnoticed stimulation by your chair or your clothes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Another benefit of changing your position is that you will be able to hide your erection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Concealing the erection and thinking about something else can help a lot in these awkward moments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sometimes thinking about your erection only makes it worse. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you keep thinking about it, your thoughts will go back to the source of the erection, and it will be sustained. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Thus, if you try to calm your anxiety, nature will respond, and the erection will stop after a while. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You have different alarm signs to look for medical help. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Start by checking your penile prosthesis<\/a> if you have one. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If your erection was not triggered by sexual arousal or Viagra and does not stop after ejaculation, consider these symptoms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have these symptoms, look for professional help to rule out priapism as a cause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Erection is a healthy sexual function, but it can also become a problem sometimes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Most spontaneous erections are not medical emergencies, especially in young males starting their sexual activity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n They usually have psychological causes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It may also happen if you\u2019re receiving testosterone treatment<\/a>, even without an active sex life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Take measures such as cold showers, distracting yourself, trying meditation, and light exercise. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Look for medical help if that doesn\u2019t work, or if you have alarming symptoms such as pain or color changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\nPeyronie\u2019s disease<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Sickle cell anemia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Priapism<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Will you need treatment?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
6 ways you can stop an erection<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1) Look for a distraction<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
2) Take a cold shower<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
3) Try meditating<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
4) Engage in light exercise<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
5) Change your position<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
6) Calm down and wait<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
When to see a doctor<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Next Up<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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