Anxiety, insufficient sleep, smoking, alcohol, inactivity, stress, diabetes, high blood pressure, or issues with blood flow and hormones can all contribute to difficulty getting and sustaining an erection, in which the penis swells but does not fully harden or rise correctly. Make an effort to lead a healthy lifestyle by exercising frequently, getting enough sleep, managing stress, and abstaining from smoking and binge drinking. Never take medications for sexual performance without a doctor's approval. See a urologist or sexual health physician if the issue persists or negatively impacts your relationship or self-esteem; appropriate treatment can frequently resolve the issue.

White discharge from the penis may occasionally represent pre-ejaculatory fluid or normal semen, but it may indicate an infection or inflammation if it is thick, hard, foul-smelling, painful, or accompanied with burning urine, itching, swelling, or fever. Abnormal discharge can also be caused by urinary tract infections, prostate-related issues, or sexually transmitted illnesses. Avoid unprotected sexual contact until you are examined, drink plenty of water, and practice good genital hygiene. For an appropriate examination and testing, please see a physician or urologist, particularly if the discharge is unpleasant or persistent.