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Morning Wood Is Actually Good

Introduction

I could see this like a tent,

Made by my own content,

Only happened this event,

Because I am a gent,

Enjoying my mighty manhood again

It&rsquo;s nice to get morning wood again.

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Not many people are able to wrap their heads around the idea of a morning wood. And even though it&rsquo;s pretty much backed by science, the topic is still off-limits, stigmatized and causes shame to the one experiencing it. A man gets offensive nicknames or even bullied, if it&rsquo;s a frequent occurrence and on the flipside the pressure still exists if he can&rsquo;t get it up or if he can&rsquo;t keep it up for long. These sexual pressures can be intense especially for young, impulsive boys, and can unfortunately result in suicide. According to a study carried out in the US, 21% of teens commit suicide due to sexual pressures<a href="#accordion">[1]</a>.

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Morning wood is a very natural and healthy phenomenon. It is medically termed as Nocturnal penile tumescence (NPT), i.e., a spontaneous erection of the penis during sleep or when waking up. It is also known as sleep-related erection, morning glory or morning wood.&nbsp;

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The most important thing to understand here is that NPT, in no capacity, is an explanation of your sexual desires or arousal. In fact, it is a reassurance that the neurovasculature (nerves and vessels) of your reproductive system is intact. The blood is flowing where it should and you are getting enough sensations there to actively feel it. This spontaneous erection displays good health, and the absence of it could be indicative of a wide range of issues e.g. <a href="https://merisehat.pk/disease/erectile-dysfunction" target="_blank">erectile dysfunction (ED)</a> to low levels of testosterone, an important hormone of the male reproductive system<a href="#accordion">[2]</a>. It is important to consult your healthcare practitioner to determine the underlying cause and commence treatment.&nbsp;&nbsp; 
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Understanding Importance of Nocturnal Penile Tumescence (NPT)

There are multiple reasons as to why you get uninitiated erections. The most common one is when you get rapid eye movement sleep (REM sleep). You will frequently transition into this stage during your sleep cycle. According to studies, men slip into REM sleep about 90 minutes after sleeping and each episode of REM sleep produces an erection lasting 20-25 minutes<a href="#accordion">[3]</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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But, it&rsquo;s not just during sleep; men can get erections when they wake up right after a REM sleep phase, too! This has been linked to the high levels of testosterone during the REM phase.&nbsp;

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The science behind this connection is that during REM, norepinephrine production slows down and testosterone takes command. Another theory is that there&rsquo;s an increased production of nitric oxide during the REM phase; nitric oxide is a vasodilator and thus there&rsquo;s greater blood flow to the penile vessels.&nbsp;

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All in all, it indicates a healthy and totally normal bodily function. There are studies that have been using NPT as a clinical indicator tracking the response of ED treatment and sexual health of individuals<a href="#accordion">[3]</a>.&nbsp;

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Not being able to achieve nocturnal penile tumescence can be a sign of serious health issues going on in the body. The most worrisome reason would be ED, a condition in which a man either doesn&rsquo;t achieve an erection or has a problem maintaining it.&nbsp;

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NPT also helps your health care provider to rule out other diseases. For example, if a person gets ample NPTs but cannot maintain an erection during intercourse, it signifies that at least the neurovasculature of the penis is intact and the doctor can consider other possibilities such as<a href="#accordion">[4]</a>:&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>Cardiovascular disease</li>
	<li>Atherosclerosis (clogged arteries)</li>
	<li>Hypertension (high blood pressure)</li>
	<li>Diabetes Type 2</li>
	<li>Multiple Sclerosis</li>
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It is important to bear in mind that the frequency of NPT is also determined by our daily life choices such as our dietary habits and/or physical activity. For e.g., excessive use of alcohol, use of illicit drugs, and a sedentary lifestyle may cause a delay in your flight&rsquo;s takeoff<a href="#accordion">[5]</a>.&nbsp;

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One important factor that ultimately leads to anything and everything is mental health. Issues like stress, anxiety, and depression may cause either Psychogenic ED or just reduce the REM phase, which at the end affects your NPT. Therefore, it&rsquo;s not only nuts you should be worried about, to ensure an efficient mental state, you need to learn to relax as well<a href="#accordion">[5]</a>.&nbsp; 
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You need to check a few things in order to get a clear picture of your NPT. Absence of NPT signifies some underlying health issues, which might also affect your ability to reproduce.&nbsp;

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Following are the factors that may help correct any non-serious temporary condition<a href="#accordion">[4]</a>:

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1. Being Physically Active

Exercising and being active generally allows your cardiovascular system to work efficiently. Furthermore, it would correct any blood flow issues (if any). It is recommended that adults get at least 150 minutes of workout every week. However, any regimen must be initiated after consultation with your doctor.

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2. Reduce Weight

Studies prove that people who are obese&nbsp; have a three fold higher risk of developing ED compared to individuals with a healthy BMI. Therefore, it&rsquo;s time to shed and keep off those extra kilos.&nbsp;

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3. Alcohol Limitation

Research proves that higher alcohol intake is associated with ED and unsatisfactory intercourse. Limit your daily alcohol intake to 2 drinks per day.&nbsp;

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4.&nbsp; Avoid Smoking

Smoking affects how blood is pumped throughout the body. This includes your penile vasculature as well. Poor cardiovascular health leads to ED. Consult your health care provider on the various options you can use to quit smoking.&nbsp; 
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Recent research shows that if you are unable to get your morning glory, it might be an early indication of clogged vessels. These clogged vessels could occur in any part of the body, and are not necessarily limited to the reproductive system. Hence, you can be at a higher risk of getting a stroke or even heart attack within a span of 3-5 years. According to Dr Leen Antonio, lead researcher and assistant professor of endocrinology at Katholieke Universiteit Leuven: &ldquo;Erectile dysfunction and poor morning erections are associated with increased mortality&quot;<a href="#accordion">[6]</a>.&nbsp; 
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Conclusion

Getting an erection is as normal as any other physiological process of the body. It should be understood that it is not something to be ashamed about. You need a medical evaluation if you haven’t got an erection in a long time. NPT or morning wood, especially, since NPT is not just related to your sexual health or performance, but is also an indicator of your overall health, and must be taken seriously. <div> </div>

Key Points

<ul><li>According to a study carried out in the US, 21% of teens commit suicide due to sexual pressures.</li><li>Morning wood is a very natural and healthy phenomenon. It is also known as Nocturnal penile tumescence (NPT).</li><li>Nocturnal penile tumescence is spontaneous erection of the penis during sleep or after you wake up.</li><li>NPT is a reassurance that the neuro-vasculature (nerves and vessels) of your reproductive system is intact.</li><li>Absence of NPT can be due to multiple reasons ranging from erectile dysfunction (ED) to low levels of testosterone, which is an important hormone of the male reproductive system.</li><li>NPT occurs during the rapid eye movement (REM) phase of the sleep cycle.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Each episode of REM sleep produces an erection lasting 20- 25 minutes.</li><li>Testosterone levels are reportedly at their highest when you wake up.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>The science behind this connection between REM phase and NPT is that during REM, norepinephrine production slows down and it lets testosterone take command.</li><li>Also the production of nitric oxide&nbsp; increases during the REM phase. Since nitric oxide is a vasodilator, it means more blood flows to the penile vessels.</li><li>There are studies that have been using NPT as a clinical indicator to track the response of Erectile Dysfunction (ED) treatment and sexual health of individuals.</li><li>The most worrisome reason for not getting an NPT is Erectile Dysfunction (ED), a condition in which a man either doesn’t achieve an erection or has a problem maintaining it.</li><li>Your dietary habits and physical activity reflects on your erection, too.</li><li>Excessive use of alcohol, any use of illicit drugs, and a sedentary lifestyle makes it hard to get an erection as well.</li><li>Issues like stress, anxiety and depression may cause either Psychogenic ED or just reduce the REM phase, which ultimately affects your NPT.</li><li>You should try to stay physically active, ensure a healthy body mass index, and avoid alcohol, illicit drugs and smoking to achieve NPT.</li><li>However, if the symptom persists, you should consult with your doctor.</li><li>New research shows that if you are unable to get your morning glory, it may be due to clogged vessels in the body.&nbsp;</li><li>It has been stated that: “Erectile dysfunction and poor morning erections are associated with increased mortality”.</li></ul>

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