Penile numbness

Covers common causes of reduced penile sensation—such as nerve compression, pelvic floor issues, blood flow problems, medication side effects, or hormonal factors—and how it can impact sexual performance and quality of life. Includes practical guidance on red flags, at-home steps to try, and when to seek medical evaluation.

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How to make penis more sensitive: A urologist’s evidence-based plan to get sensation back

How to make penis more sensitive: A urologist’s evidence-based plan to get sensation back

Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD avatar
Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD: Urologist & Men's Health Advocate
Dec 26, 2025 · 12 min read

Penis sensitivity often returns when you stop desensitizing friction habits (high pressure, low lubrication) and address underlying medical causes—because sensation depends on skin receptors sending signals through the dorsal penile nerve and adequate blood flow to penile tissues. This step-by-step plan shows you how to reset “conditioning” and when numbness is a nerve, vascular, medication, ...

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