I have heard the same and Horny goats weed is good to

I think that technique is also called "edging".
I occasionally do it to give my GF a little more volume...

agreed.

LOL, really?
Well I guess that shouldn't surprise.

The muscle spasms associated with ejaculation are extremely pleasurable. To have more volume of cum would hopefully prolong that sensation. Another aspect is the aesthetic of cumming a large load. Perhaps most important, for me anyway, is that my partner maintains that she can feel me cum inside her and she says she likes it when I have a large load.

I think it is visually more exciting for a male to spurt a larger amount than just a dribble when he cums, both during masturbation or other sexual activities that allow the ejaculate to be seen.
I suffer with a dearth of semen, most times it just oozes out anymore. I miss the days when I could launch a good load, sadly, it is probably an age thing. Edging for a while does help, as does more time between ejaculations, but only cumming once a week seems a waste of good fun. I would love to have an easy way to bring back some volume.

Hmmn, Zinc you say? I had been told it was vitamin E. Great, now I gotta do some research...

I've taken a zinc supplement for years - as far as I can tell it makes no difference. Interestingly I have been enjoying celery (with peanut butter) and I believe it's helping - but more experimentation is required

Please, post back and let us know.

You are welcome, I can provide further details if anyone wishes.

Well... complex issues like these are not my area so I went an consulted my senior.

Usual disclaimer, my advice is general only and you should consult your doctor before engaging in any of the actions proposed here.

Firstly the basics, yes semen volume is considered only a cosmetic issue as doctors only focus on sperm count and volume is no indication of sperm count and in fact volume can diminish sperm count (i.e. thin the mix).

So lets talk about the 3 main options available...

Increase load: Increasing the overall volume of your semen.
Increase flow: Increasing the speed and exit velocity of the ejaculate itself.
Decrease flux: Decreasing the recovery period between orgasms.

We can increase load via multiple methods (many have been covered and probably done). Abstinence, a good diet, no smoking, etc. can help but the human body is still the thing that produces the natural protective coating for sperm.

So provide the body with all it needs. Key to this is Zinc, Vit C & E plus a little ginseng and maca root to cover all basis.

Popping masses of pharmaceutical pills will not really do much short or even long term and may lead to the opposite effect so increasing the volume of the semen is limited to simply supporting your body to produce enough naturally (i.e. best case scenario).

Flow on the other hand is a lot harder to solve by supplements. Pelvic exercise can help the muscle strengthen, thus allowing you to project semen faster and stronger (a great feeling for the woman or man receiving).

Or you can also try drugs like Flomax which is an alpha-blocker that relaxes the muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, making it easier to urinate. Thus allowing more stored semen to be ejaculated via the same... tube.

Flux (or the concept of it) is very hard to solve. We are talking libido and hormones and a lot of stuff. And this is why I believe I have sidetracked to answer the question.

merc41 as you are undoubtedly aware opiates (and benzos) will cause issues with sex. Some guys cannot get hard some guys get hard but cannot cum. Women can be similarly effected by such drugs and can lead to decreased vaginal sensitivity.

So the goal here is to return sensitivity while giving you pain relief. There is only 2 things I can propose and 1 more to reiterate.

Get your testosterone levels checked opioids really screw with levels. A doctor can proscribe a hormone booster or provide a topical testosterone gel. A few weeks and sensitivity will be back.

The other thing I could advise is to get your thyroid checked, hypothyroidism (low level) can decrease sex drive and cause similar problems. Simple blood test and if your on the low side a tablet or two will solve it easy.

Lastly as I always say, see your doctor. If you think your doctor is not helping see another ask for a specialist if need but get it sorted.

Well that is all, I can provide more detail if needed and suggest a few more less conventional treatments that may assist.

Thanks ToyGuy. Yes I do see the doctor regularly and I do have low T. With injections it is now in the upper 1/3 range of normal. But I still have the problems. The doc has perscribed a off use drug for women that is supposed to help men with ejaculatory problems. Liitle to no help. I take zinc/copper as well as horny goat weed also. I also get a CBC quarterly per the doc to monitor testosterone levels. The only thing that helps is if I stay off the pain meds for atleast 12 to 24 hours. Very painful and naturaly due to the addictive qualities of opiates not to comfortable( if you know what I mean ). Oral sex works sometimes and I would like to try anal but the wife will not have anything to do with penatrative anal. Any assistance or suggestions would be great.I still want sex but it is frustrating and unfulfiling at times due to the lack of sensation and climax.

Straight off, and this goes for everyone, I have no interest in reviewing your medical histories or serving as second opinion for your doctors. Usual disclaimer, my advice is general only and you should consult your doctor before engaging in any of the actions proposed here.

Thus I can provide general information. Key to anything like this is finding the mechanisms and addressing them. (Effect, Cause, Solution).

Ask yourself: Are your pain meds for treating bone, muscular, nerve or a combination pain issue?

A lot of the time doctors will prescribe broad spectrum pain relief instead of targeted pain relief because it is much easier and simpler, a doctor may just simply not know what the best action is (eg: you take an aspirin for a headache, but you could also be given an injection to the brain directly to solve same issue). Seeing a pain specialist can really help when dealing with long term chronic pain (or recurrent acute pain).

Some "pain" responds better to opiates than other. Some drugs work on the area affected while other drugs target the brain and interrupt the signals to it. Some drug have nothing to do with pain relief and simply solve the cause of the pain itself.

I am now going to load a table with a simple guide.

Have a read and try to understand that there are so many different types of pain. Opiates are just one possible path, it may even be the best path your going to get but perhaps you may be able to lessen your opioid dose and use an alternative therapy that can still provide comfort without the "full" opioid side effects.




Now that you have read that let me explain the alternatives to opiate based therapy.

Over-the-Counter Acetaminophen
Acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol, is another common and effective pain reliever. It is recommended as a first-line of treatment by the American College of Rheumatology.

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
These are more potent than acetaminophen, but may also be available in over-the-counter dosage. Higher doses can be taken with a prescription. NSAIDs include anti-inflammatory drugs, such as Aleve. The downside to these drugs, for older patients, is risk of organ toxicity, kidney or liver failure and ulcers.

Cortiosteroids
Steroids inhibit injured nerves to provide pain relief. Drawbacks include the potential to accelerate joint destruction. Other side effects can include immune system suppression, gastrointestinal issues and psychiatric effects.

Serotonin and Norephinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors
These anti-depressants are appropriate for treating nerve, muscular and skeletal pain. Anti-depressants can also help people sleep. They offer help without the side effects of opioids.

Neurostimulators
This treatment uses implanted electrodes to interrupt nerve signals. This does not cure what is causing the pain, but stops the pain signals before they reach the brain. It can be used for back, neck, arm, or leg pain. Trials are currently underway to test their effectiveness on headaches.

Anticonvulsants
Traditionally used to treat epilepsy, anticonvulsants can also relieve neuropathic pain by suppressing pain signals from the brain.

Injections
Arthritis, injuries, muscle pain, and headaches are among the kinds of pain treatable with injections. Types include nerve, trigger point, radiofrequency, and epidural injections.

Physical Therapy
This requires more work from the patient (attending sessions as well as following up at home with recommended exercises) but is often essential to improving physical healing and relieving pain long-term.

Massage, Acupuncture and Chiropractic Care
Some report these methods are just as effective, if not more effective, than medications. Plus, they are safe and free of side effects.

Exercise
Doctors recommend exercise to all patients, but research has shown that it is especially important for those with chronic pain. Low-impact exercise helps improve mobility and functionality. Studies have shown that chronic back pain, joint pain, arthritis, and fibromyalgia can all be improved with yoga and tai chi.

After going almost a full year without climaxing ( 1 out of 10 ). Trying diffrent drugs pescription and OTC. I think I have found something that helps. While reaserching penile sensetivity I ran across an article on the BathMate HydroMax. It is a penis pump but the article said that it is good for increasing sensativity. After thinking about it. It made sense that by drawing more blood into the penis that it may become more sensative. I purchased one and have been useing it 15 minutes a day for a month. The last two weeks I have been able to reach orgasm 6 times. Man did that ever feel good. I will contiue useing it and monitor the results. Right now I feel that it is working not to mention some slight gains in length and girth. Success finally!!!