For men: Here's how to increase your penis sensitivity

Sexual pleasure may seem simple to some, but it comes from the complex interplay between the brain, your relationship and chemistry with your sexual partner, proper blood flow, and pleasurable sensation in the genitals.

If you don’t have enough feeling in your penis to enjoy sex, none of those other pieces will be enough.

A decrease or loss of sensation in the penis may be due to trauma, medical conditions, drug side effects, low testosterone levels, or psychological issues. Treatment depends on the cause but may include lifestyle changes, switching medications, therapy, or other options.

What is penis numbness?

Just like it sounds, penile numbness is when you experience a loss (or significant decrease) of sensation to the penis. Sometimes this condition is referred to as penis insensitivity.

The signs and symptoms of penile numbness or decreased penile sensitivity include:

1. Loss of sensation in the penis or surrounding areas, like the testicles/scrotum or perineum (area between the testicles and anus)
2. Tingling or “pins and needles” in or around your penis
3. Feeling coldness or burning in or around your penis
4. Bluish or purplish skin on or around your penis

How to get sensation back in your penis

If you’re dealing with penis numbness, your options to improve the situation will depend on the cause of your penile numbness.

Simple lifestyle changes like improving your diet, increasing your daily physical activity, quitting smoking, and limiting alcohol use can improve your overall health and increase blood flow to the penis, which can help with sensitivity. Whenever possible, avoid sitting in one position for long periods—take little walking breaks to give the area a rest.

By increasing your testosterone levels, you may be able to improve symptoms like decreased sensation and low sex drive.

If your penile numbness is due to a medication side effect, consult your healthcare provider about whether alternative medications or dosing may be an option. Medical conditions, like diabetes or multiple sclerosis, should be treated by your provider—not only because of your decreased penile sensitivity but also because these medical conditions can affect your entire body and overall health. Sex therapy or cognitive behavioural therapy may help with any psychological issues that could be affecting your sexual well-being.

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