All right, men. Let’s get a show of hands: how many times have you had a couple of shots of liquid courage – or your favorite alcoholic drink – to get in the mood for some action?
Alcohol has quite the reputation as a confidence and sexual performance booster. Unfortunately, we’ve all had our moments of overconsumption, leading to an infinitely worse fate than the inevitable head-splitting hangover: whiskey dick.
Sure, that shot of whiskey or glass of wine might get you laid – but drinking too much can and will diminish your performance and even get you a textbook case of alcohol-induced erectile dysfunction.
What is “whiskey dick”?
Whiskey dick is real and is better known as alcohol-induced erectile dysfunction (ED). Essentially, whiskey dick is a form of ED that may happen after alcohol consumption. You might be unable to produce an erection or have to make do with one that doesn’t go as hard as you or your partner wish.
While whiskey dick is usually just temporary, it can be a problem when it hits you just when you’re about to enjoy a romp with your partner at the end of a romantic night out.
Now, the question is: how many alcoholic beverages does it take to cause whiskey dick? As alcohol tolerance varies from person to person, there’s really no one-size-fits-all answer to this question. Factors such as how often and how much you drink and how your body reacts play a part in the whiskey dick equation.
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How does alcohol consumption cause ED?
Alcohol is a depressant, meaning it has a sedative effect on the central nervous system, including the brain and the body.
For instance, alcohol’s effects make you feel warm, uninhibited, and relaxed. However, its adverse effects are notorious: diminished motor skills, aggressive behavior, and lo and behold…whiskey dick.
Alcohol interferes with the circuitry of the systems involved in sexual function, arousal, circulation, sensitivity to sexual stimuli, and erections.
When a person is sexually aroused, the brain instructs the penis to become erect. But when alcohol’s intoxicating effects interfere with the signals emanating between the brain and the body, it may result in some degree of erectile dysfunction.
Moreover, alcohol consumption causes dehydration, which diminishes blood volume and proper blood circulation. Since erections depend on a healthy blood supply throughout the body, this may result in problems functioning.
If that’s not enough reason to ditch the pre-game, alcohol may mess up your testosterone production, leading to potentially low libido and worse erections.
Long-term alcohol consumption may also cause the veins to constrict, restricting blood flow to the penis.
How do I avoid whiskey dick?
In moderation (defined as having one to two drinks a day for men), alcohol may help relax and widen blood vessels, helping supply ample blood flow to help erections, increase libido, and fight ED. But binging on too much can interfere with nerve sensitivity in the penis, lower sexual desire, and cause ED, among others. Ultimately, getting the dreaded whiskey dick depends on how much you drink.
How do you avoid the whiskey dick trap? Simple: by keeping alcohol consumption on a low-moderate basis or avoiding it altogether. If you must drink, here are some pointers to prevent you from getting wasted:
- Keep your alcohol intake to no more than two alcoholic drinks or less.
- Eat before drinking so your body doesn’t absorb the alcohol you drink faster than usual.
- Always remember to pace yourself and switch between alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks regularly.
- Never mix alcohol with concurrent medications, which may cause life-threatening breathing or internal bleeding problems.
How long does whiskey dick last?
Most men experience whiskey dick for as long as the alcohol takes to leave their system, with their erectile function returning after sobering up. However, long-term heavy or binge drinking may cause or exacerbate ED.
Heavy alcohol intake is a risk factor for hypertension, damaging the body’s circulatory system. This, in turn, interferes with blood circulation to the brain, heart, and reproductive system, increasing the risk of developing cardiovascular disease and ED.
Do women have an equivalent to whiskey dick?
Alcohol’s dehydrating effect on the body and its depressive effect on the central nervous system is universal across genders. Such effects can dull nerve sensitivity critical to sexual arousal and interfere with blood circulation. Based on some studies, women experience diminished sexual arousal, desire, and pleasure, which becomes more pronounced with heavy alcohol consumption.
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What should I do to prevent whiskey dick?
Whiskey dick is often a signal from your body to consider how much alcohol you consume. Moderation, defined as having no more than two alcoholic drinks daily for men, can help reduce the risk of developing chronic health problems or illnesses. Ultimately, reducing or curtailing alcohol consumption can only improve your sex life.
In summary
Whiskey dick is a real problem that most men can relate to. On the other hand, alcohol and sex do have their synergies as long as it is taken in moderation and enjoyed responsibly.
Limiting your alcohol consumption to a maximum of two drinks per day and using our tips to help pace yourself while you’re on a night out with your pals or your partner will help give you the best of both worlds.
Consult your doctor about potential ED treatment options if you have persistent ED that happens whether you take alcohol or not.
