SINGAPORE: Health is wealth, but with the weakening economy,
many Singaporean men are more worried about their finances than
sexual health.
In the last six months, doctors said they have seen a drop of up
to 50 per cent in the number of patients seeking help for sexual
problems like erectile dysfunction.
Urologists said maintaining good sexual health is essential for
overall well—being, especially for men aged 40 and above.
Professor Peter Lim, senior consultant urologist, Gleneagles
Hospital, said: "Obesity, pre—diabetes, high blood pressure and
high cholesterol are all linked with erectile dysfunction. They’re
all linked with metabolic syndrome which causes failing health and
lower longevity in a male."
Studies have shown that one out of every five Singaporean men
aged 40 and above, will experience testosterone deficiency — a
common sexual health problem.
A new campaign has been launched to educate men about the
dangers of sexual health problems and to encourage them to take a
hands—on approach.
Doctors said male patients can get a little sensitive when it
comes to discussing problems about their sexual health, so this
campaign hopes to encourage an open dialogue by using hand
signals.
The year—long campaign includes health screenings and public
education seminars. Men can also sign up for a free andropause test
at participating clinics.
— CNA/so
