HEALTH

Here’s why tight underwear causes erectile dysfunction

A US-based Ghanaian health professional, Dr Abigail Gasu Acheampong, has cautioned men against wearing overly tight underwear, warning that it could lead to erectile dysfunction (ED) due to nerve damage in the testicles and surrounding areas.

Speaking on Health Focus on GhanaWeb TV, Dr Acheampong, a certified nurse practitioner at Manner-Care Health Center, explained that tight underwear such as Speedos or “whitey tighties” puts excessive pressure on the testicles, which can damage nerves vital to sexual function.

“The pressure or the impact you put on your testicles kills the nerves. And especially those who wear those Speedos, those tight supporters, and all that, it puts too much pressure on them,” she said.

Dr Acheampong emphasised that the nerves around the genital area are crucial for arousal and sexual performance.

“If a female holds your penis, you should be able to feel some sensation for it to be erect. But if you don’t have any sensation there, how is it going to work?” she questioned.

She advised men to refrain from wearing tight underwear, stating, “Don’t wear those tight underwear. Let the balls breathe.”

She urged males to opt for looser, more breathable underwear to maintain optimal reproductive and nerve health, as prolonged compression could lead to long-term complications, including erectile dysfunction.

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Source: www.ghanaweb.com

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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