While asleep I get an erection. It does not seem to have anything to do with sexual arousal but may have something to do with my waterworks. This happens often and sometimes all night. It’s quite uncomfortable and does not result in a good nights sleep. I am 58 years old. Some may say that I am lucky at my age.
Should I be worried or is this normal? GS
2006-09-25 16:15:59 · 10 answers · asked by Glen R 2 in Health ➔ Men's Health
Ah, this sounds very familiar. My father, who is also 58, gets up an average of 3 times a night to go pee. He asked his doctor about it, who said it is very common for men around this age to have to pee often. It could be an inflamed prostate though. I really recommend getting your prostate checked if you havn't yet done so. All men around this age group should. It's rather unpleasant, but better to have an occational unpleasant exam than to die from prostate cancer. I'm not saying you have prostate cancer, so don't freak out. But please do get that checked out...better safe the sorry! In the meantime though, I recommend cutting off all fluids long before retiring for the night. This should help at least a little bit. Good luck and sleep well!
2006-09-25 17:18:40 · answer #1 · answered by palebeachbum 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well, from what I've read nobody is completely certain why we have night erections.....the latest theory seems to be that it has something to do with supplying blood to the penis....but I've never heard of them being uncomfortable..I know that they're non sexual in origin....I would see a doctor...the fact that it's interfering with your sleep isn't good...BTW I'm 57.
2006-09-25 17:29:30 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wow! Very impressive, however I think its natural to have erections at night and during sleep. If you are not happy about it go and see your doctor. Your spouse should really be happy.
2006-09-25 16:19:26 · answer #3 · answered by amissybell 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's a natural reaction to stop you peeing the bed.
It happens to me when I drink too much before bed.
Cut down on the water intake and it should abate.
Otherwise get up and go to the toilet.
2006-09-25 16:21:27 · answer #4 · answered by Tony C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Totally normal. In fact, it's a good thing!
2006-09-25 16:20:18 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think its normal. My hubby is 48 and he gets that alot while asleep. I dont think its sexual. Its just something that happens.
2006-09-25 16:30:30 · answer #6 · answered by ~~ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Normal Normal Normal I guess you can count yourself lucky for not having them sooner.
2006-09-25 16:19:39 · answer #7 · answered by Didi S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It usuall means you have to pee. they call it a pee hard on.
2006-09-25 16:18:56 · answer #8 · answered by tinamaries43 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
SOUNDS RIGHT TO ME. BUT YOU COULD ALWAYS ASK YOUR DR. ABOUT THIS.
2006-09-25 16:18:22 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
at least you have something to play w/ in the morning
2006-09-25 16:17:43 · answer #10 · answered by the greg 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋