Corona spoils Europe’s sex life
Sex is part of everyday life and is probably the most beautiful thing in the world. Corona, however, slows down significantly here: The numbers show that the search queries for sexual enhancers (Viagra, Sildenafil & Co.) are falling significantly. The reasons for this are quickly found: on the one hand, people are now more interested in other topics, on the other hand, due to the curfews and the ban on contact, sex is probably not possible for many. Countries with exit restrictions or curfews show the strongest slump in search queries for Viagra & Co.
Country comparison: Google searches for “Viagra” and “Sildenafil”
(Source: Google Trends – as of March 26, 2020).
(Source: Google Trends – as of March 26, 2020).
Viagra consumption in a country comparison: curfew vs normal everyday life
If you compare the different approaches of the countries with the demand for Viagra, stands out direct link between exit restrictions and free movement of citizens away. While Russia and Bulgaria are pursuing similar strategies to United Kingdom, Egypt is proceeding differently: there is a curfew at night, but during the day there is normal hustle and bustle on the streets (shops are closed similar to those in United Kingdom).
Viagra as a lifestyle product
The falling demand for Viagra in the context of lockdowns and social distancing suggests that the Potency Viagra is more of a lifestyle product (for staying longer at parties etc.). In permanent partnerships, therefore, less emphasis is placed on a long-lasting erection, although in these times intimate togetherness is the most beautiful pastime.
In summary, it can be said that with decreasing leisure activities, the demand for Viagra also decreases.
Telemedicine: receive Viagra without shame
Erection problems are a shameful topic and men are very reluctant to go to the doctor for treatment. Many try their luck through illegal procurement channels and expose themselves to a health risk. Medical practices are currently overloaded and there is a risk of a potential COVID-19 infection. At this point, telemedicine be used successfully: treatments can be taken up shamelessly and digitally and men can safely treat their erection problems.
Isabel D White
Isabel led the Royal Marsden Hospital (London) psychosexual therapy service until 2019. She works in partnership with individuals & couples to explore physical, emotional & relationship factors that contribute to sexual difficulties after cancer. These include: low desire, erection, arousal or orgasmic difficulties, sexual pain & sexual avoidance. She adopts an integrative approach to personalized therapy using psychosexual therapy (sensate focus framework), biomedical management (erectile dysfunction medication & devices, menopause & vaginal health strategies, sexual aids) & psychoeducation.
