Several consecutive orgasms are called multiple orgasms. They are part of lovemaking and are usually the climax of sexual arousal and the conclusion of sexual intercourse. It has been found that women are more capable of experiencing them than men. However, the ability to reach sexual climaxes several times in a row can be practiced in both sexes.
What are multiple orgasms?
Several consecutive orgasms are called multiple orgasms. They are part of lovemaking and are usually the climax of sexual arousal and the conclusion of sexual intercourse. In ancient Greek, the word orgasm means something like “violent arousal” or “violent desire.” It is the climax of sexual pleasure that occurs during sexual intercourse or masturbation. Before the onset of orgasm, the sexual organs swell in both women and men due to an increase in blood flow. The sexual tension continues to grow until its discharge occurs under rhythmic, involuntary muscle contractions. In men, ejaculation then occurs. The so-called female ejaculation can also occur in women. After orgasm, however, the man usually needs a longer rest period to rebuild sexual arousal.
Function and task
Multiple orgasms may occur during sustained sexual arousal. However, in men, sexual arousal usually decreases rapidly after ejaculation. Only after a certain rest period have enough sperm formed again to build up sexual tension again. Women, on the other hand, can be aroused longer and experience several orgasms in a row. However, some women experience no orgasm at all during the sexual act. Nevertheless, the man’s semen is transferred to the woman’s vagina. Thus, a woman’s orgasm does not have a purely functional significance for the development of pregnancy. However, it is an expression of full emotional involvement, of a deep relationship of trust with the partner and, of course, it gives pleasure. Neuronal fireworks take place in the brain. The neurotransmitters dopamine, norepinephrine and serotonin are released. However, their interaction with the sex hormones is still poorly understood. The same applies to the question of why multiple orgasms can sometimes occur, especially in women. According to the biophilosopher Elisabeth Lloyd and the evolutionary psychologist Donald Symons, the female orgasm is only an evolutionary by-product – albeit a quite pleasant one. Possibly it does not need any other “function” either. There is no correlation between female orgasm and fertility, as mentioned earlier. Only about 25 percent of all women experience orgasm during the sexual act. One-third of women very rarely or even never have an orgasm. In the vast majority of cases, however, this is not a biological complication, but rather a difficulty in completely surrendering to one’s partner during lovemaking. Sexual arousal in women can often only be induced by clitoral stimulation. Penetration increases arousal in a complementary way. Mature women experience orgasm and multiple orgasms more often. This, too, is an indication of how much sexual sensation is associated with surrender and the experience of knowing what feels good. Male orgasm can also occur without stimulation and serves to ejaculate under rhythmic contractions of the muscles of the genital ducts. In this regard, orgasm and ejaculation are different processes, although they usually occur simultaneously. However, there is a male form of orgasm without ejaculation. It can be brought about by training the PC muscle in the pelvic floor area. The PC muscle (pubococcygeus muscle) surrounds both the male and female sex organs. It can be exercised by voluntarily stopping the urinary stream during urination. A strong PC muscle can help a man suppress ejaculation during orgasm. As a result, sexual arousal is maintained. Thus, the man can also achieve multiple orgasms through training.
Diseases and ailments
The absence of multiple orgasms has no medical significance. However, there are some diseases that can lead to orgasm disorders in women and men. Orgasmic disorders are defined by frequent or constant absence of sexual climax with undisturbed arousal.The causes are manifold. Orgasmic disorders can be caused by diseases of the male or female sexual organs, by disorders of the menstrual cycle, by diseases of the urogenital system or by psychological problems. Drug treatments are also sometimes the cause of orgasmic disturbances. Of course, cardiovascular diseases, arteriosclerosis, diabetes, dementia and many other diseases also play a major role in weakening sexual excitability. In women, an overly tight clitoral hood can make sexual arousal impossible. A minor surgical procedure can correct this problem. Some men suffer from a particular condition called post-orgasmic illness syndrome. In this syndrome, severe health problems occur after each ejaculation, such as fever, sweating, chills, extreme fatigue, exhaustion, irritability or lack of concentration. The syndrome still raises many questions. It is thought to be an autoimmune disorder, with the immune system targeting the body’s own seminal fluid. According to current findings, no symptoms occur after an orgasm without ejaculation, so that even multiple orgasms would be possible here.
