Getting To Know A Refractory Period That Men Have Experienced After Ejaculation

Illustration of the refractory period in men after ejaculation (Freepik/Wayhomestudio)

The physiological refractory period is only experienced by men. Meanwhile, what can be experienced by men and women, called the psychological refractory period.

Doctors define a resolution in making love is a stage when a person is satisfied, has an orgasm, and ejaculation in a man. The refractory period occurs after the resolution stage. During the refractory period, men can no longer have an erection. This physiological response usually accompanies a period of psychological refractory, where the person feels unrelated to sex. The length of the refractory period varies widely from person to person, from few minutes to 24 hours, or longer.

The researchers did not fully understand what caused the refractory period and why its duration varied widely on everyone. Moreover, according to Medical News Today, Wednesday, January 18, not all men have a refractory period.

A study reports that 25-year-old and older men do not experience a refractory period. The data found that they do not release the hormone prolactin after ejaculation, as experienced by most men. These findings suggest that prolactin may play a role in determining whether men can experience multiple orgasms or not. However, because this is a small study, it needs to be investigated more deeply.

Some men report that they can orgasm without ejaculation. This allows them to have a dry orgasm' many times and there is no period of refraction. However, the presence or absence of a refractory period is influenced by several factors. Among them, overall health, quality of relationships, quality of sex, and frequency of sex.

Research reveals that shortening the refractory period can be pursued in various ways. Such as cardio exercise, maintaining healthy weight, eating healthy foods, and avoiding disease such as diabetes. Some people try basic pelvic exercises to try to shorten the refractory period.

Although the refractory period in men after ejaculation varies, but the increasing age, this period tends to increase. But licensed sex doctors and therapists may suggest certain strategies suitable for improving the quality of sexual intercourse with partners.