Doctors warn that it is harmful to apply toothpaste on the penis

While this advice seems obvious, the use of an oral hygiene product on the male genital organ has become something of a viral trend on the internet lately.

It all started when a man, José Barber, claimed in a YouTube video that applying toothpaste to the penis is a new method to prevent Premature ejaculation and erectile dysfunction.

At the time of this publication, this material has collected more than a million views. A lively discussion of the issue has been seen on both Twitter and Reddit. In the latter, doctors even had to intervene in the discussion: "Please do not use toothpaste on your penis."

James OLoan, pharmacist at Doctor4U, in an interview with MailOnline called this trend "worrisome" and warned of the dangers associated with it:

"I urge anyone who is about to try this rather questionable 'toothpaste' method to come to their senses and not do it because it will not help in the fight against premature ejaculation or erectile dysfunction, despite the loud statements made in this video.

"Peppermint oils and other chemical ingredients in toothpaste, including whitening agents, can cause severe inflammation in sensitive skin. Also, toothpaste should never be used as a lubricant," he added.

This is another crazy online genital trend that has replaced the trend of apparently well-intentioned women stuffing a clove of garlic into their vaginas and also smearing chocolate on their private parts.

Potency disorders, including premature ejaculation and erectile dysfunction, can cause problems during intercourse. How to cope with sexual disorders?

There are much safer and more effective ways to solve such problems than applying toothpaste to the reproductive organ.

"Premature ejaculation can be embarrassing, but it's usually nothing to worry about as long as it doesn't affect quality of life," says OLoan. "Condoms, prolongation sprays, breathing techniques and medications such as dapoxetine will help prolong sexual intercourse."

There are also a number of treatments for erectile dysfunction, including "drugs such as Viagra; various therapies and even surgery can be successful." In any of the above cases, you should speak with a healthcare professional first.

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