Alcohol, smoking, and stress harm men's sexual health.

For decades, men in India have avoided conversations around sexual health. Shame, silence, and the fear of appearing ‘less masculine’ have kept many from seeking help – even as symptoms worsen. But doctors nationwide warn that sexual health problems among Indian men are rising faster than ever. The biggest culprits? Alcohol, smoking, chronic stress, and increasingly unhealthy lifestyles.

The NFHS-5 (2019–2021) reports that 22 per cent of Indian men between 15 and 49 drink alcohol. Doctors believe the actual number is significantly higher. Paired with smoking and poor lifestyle habits, these behaviours are now major contributors to low libido, erectile dysfunction , declining sperm count, and hormonal imbalance – even in men as youn

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