Bicycle riding is a popular sport, but there is a bit of a downside, at least for men. It turns out that all that pressure from sitting in the bicycle seat can lead to erectile dysfunction, even in young men. Experts say that men who cycle for more than three hours a week are at the highest risk, and that the biggest warning sign to look for is numbness or tingling.

Leaning forward may not be the best position.

However, the news isn’t all bad; there are things that men can do to combat the effects of sitting in the bicycle seat. For example, there are seats available that are designed to redistribute weight and take the pressure off, and periodically standing up on the pedals during long rides can help improve blood circulation. Most importantly, the effects from cycling are usually not permanent, while the erectile dysfunction associated with diabetes and sedentary lifestyle are. For more information about erectile dysfunction, urology, or vasectomy, consult with Dr. Michael S. Kaplan and his professional staff at (702) 454-6226.