One of the most overshadowed topics by myths is male reproductive health. Men often think about their bodies and bedroom performance as they grow older. A very common and sensitive question in their mind is:

At what age does a man stop ejaculating?

This question is about male reproductive health, fertility and aging. The short answer is that there is no fixed age. We will discuss this in detail in this blog. 

Firstly, you need to understand what ejaculation is. The release of semen containing sperms from the penis during orgasm is known as ejaculation. It is a very natural male reproduction function and culmination of sexual arousal. The overall process depends on the complex interactions between the nervous system, reproductive organs and hormones. Unlike women, men also experience a well-defined and gradual shift in reproductive and sexual functions. 

Phases of Ejaculation: 

Ejaculations are usually in 2 phases: Emission and Expulsion.

• Emission: In this phase, sperm and fluid are collected into urethra. 
• Expulsion: Here, semen gets pushed out of the body because of the rhythmic muscle contractions. 

Men may feel this function from his puberty to throughout their life. If there are several factors like surgery, medical or psychological factors involved then results can be different. 

Age to start these changes: 

Men start feeling ejaculated between ages 11 to 14. There is not a fixed age to stop ejaculation but there are some noticeable changes with aging. But still, it doesn’t mean a complete cessation. 

Here is a detailed information to understand this evolution across the decades:

In your 20s: 

In 20s, men feel more energetic, young, excited because:

• High testosterone levels. 
• Easy and common erections. 
• Peak level ejaculation frequency. 
• Their short refractory period. 
• Optimal sperm count and motility. 

If men are sexually active at this age, they can ejaculate multiple times a day. 

In your 30s: 

This is the next phase in men’s life and they feel changes in body like: 

• Slight decline in testosterone. 
• Decreased libido due to hormonal changes, stress or lifestyle. 
• Longer recovery time after ejaculation. 
• Slightly reduced semen volume

In this phase, you might feel strong and frequent but subtle changes are common. 

In your 40s and 50s

40s brings noticeable changes in men’s health and fertility like: 

• Decreased Libido because of weight loss or gain. 
• Shorter or less intense orgasms.
• Noticeable declination in testosterone.
• Decreased Semen volume
• Low Ejaculation force
• Late and less firm erections
• Common Prostate enlargement (BPH). This can cause problems in urination and ejaculation. 

In this age, men don’t get powerful physical experience. 

In your 60s and beyond:

In this age, your own will power and lifestyle play a very important role in ejaculation because in 60s, men experience:

• Watery or less voluminous semen
• Longer (even hours or days) refractory period. 
• Medically affected sexual function
• Dry ejaculation even after prostate procedures. 

Some people ejaculate but volume and sensation significantly reduces.

Factors that can stop ejaculation in men:

There is not a fixed age to stop ejaculation but many conditions affect it. These conditions are:

1. Prostate surgery: If men undergo any radical prostatectomy then they can experience anejaculation or no ejaculation. Some men may feel orgasm but without any release of fluid. So, this is known as a ‘dry orgasm’. 
2. Retrograde ejaculation: In this stage, semen enters the bladder instead of releasing through penis. It is caused by medications, diabetes or prostate surgery. Later, men release this semen in urine which is a hidden condition. 
3. Ejaculatory Duct Obstruction: A physical duct blockage that carries semen. It leads to low-volume or no ejaculation. This condition is treatable through different procedures and surgery. 
4. Low Testosterone (Hypogonadism): In this stage, there is an affected sperm production, semen volume and libido. Symptoms of this condition are mood swings, low libido, fatigue or reduced muscle mass. If treated under medical guidance, this can be treated with hormone replacement therapy. 
5. Neurological conditions: Several health conditions like Parkinson’s disease, sclerosis or spinal cord injury can affect your sexual health. Ejaculation can be affected by interruption of nerve signals. 
6. Medications: Factors like opioids, SSRIs, alcohol, Beta-blockers or drugs can result in anejaculation, delayed or retrograde ejaculation.
7. Psychological reasons: Factors like stress, anxiety, depression, breakups can lead to sexual dysfunction by reducing orgasm or ejaculation. 

Can older men become fathers? 

The answer is yes but with caveats. Fertility can be seen even in the 80s but it declines with age. Like:

• Sperm count decreases gradually. 
• Sperm motility becomes less efficient. 
• DNA quality increases risk of genetic mutations. 
• Increases risk of mutations and DNA quality
• Conception time increases. 
• Higher risk of abortion in partners.

Fertility never ends but over 40 men may experience low conception changes and high offspring complications. 

How to maintain sexual and ejaculatory health: 

Aging should not end the pleasure of your sex life. Follow these tips to get a healthy ejaculation:

1. Exercise boosts testosterone so make it your habit to improve circulation. It can also reduce risks of health issues like Erectile dysfunction, diabetes or obesity. 
2. Eat healthy vegetables, fruits, fats and lean proteins to get a balanced diet. Moreover, for healthy sperm production and testosterone, Vitamin D and Zinc are important. 
3. Avoid smoking as it harms blood vessels. Excessive alcohol can reduce semen quality, libido and testosterone. 
4. Chronic stress can create hormonal imbalance, low libido so choose stress-relief hobbies and therapy to enjoy a healthy life. 
5. If you feel any side-effects then discuss your sexual health with your doctor. 

When to contact a doctor?

If you feel any orgasm difficulty, ejaculation pain, ejaculation loss, Libido loss, erectile dysfunction, fertility concerns, contact your doctor immediately. These problems are mostly treatable. 

Conclusion: So, there is no fixed or universal age to stop ejaculation but its frequency and quality gets decreased with age. If men maintain good health, they can ejaculate even in their 80s. So, understanding your body requirements and changes can help you to manage a satisfying sexual life at any age.