Until when can a man have sex?

Until when can men continue to have sex in his life?

A Seoul university hospital doctor said conclusively that men could enjoy a sex life even after the age of 80. He claimed an 85-year-old man came to see him recently, complaining that he could have sex only once a week recently, although he did twice a week until a month ago.

It is not that difficult these days to find people in their 80s visiting hospitals for treatment of problems related to their sexual functions.

In the past, it was widely believed that each person is born with his or her own sexual resources that he or she can use throughout his or her life, but dominant these days is the theory that there is no limit to sexual capability.

As for the occurrence of male impotence, the age group coincides with the ratio on the whole, as 30 percent of men in their 30s, 40 percent in their 40s and 60 percent in their 60s are impotent. This means that 40 percent of those in their 60s and 30 percent of those in their 70s can enjoy sex. Doctors say that an unused sex organ will result in atrophy, so frequent use is recommended.

In the case of women, many people think that a sexual life is impossible after menopause. But doctors say that such women can also enjoy sex despite reduced secretions. Dr. Sul Hyun-Uk of Seoul Sex Clinic introduced a survey result that indicated 20 percent of U.S. women over 80 living alone masturbate once or more a week. He said there are many aged Korean women who use gel for a satisfactory sexual life.

Meanwhile, Korean women tend to worry alone and not reveal their sexual discontent so as not to impose a burden on their husbands. Doctors note that frank talks reduce burdens on the couple.

In Korea, couples¡¯ sexual lives are considerably disturbed due to children studying until late at night. In this case, using other places such as lodging facilities is recommended. Women who enjoy a sexual life after menopause have to continue to practice contraception against possible unwanted pregnancies as egg cells are created in the ovary from time to time.