Premature ejaculation occurs when a man ejaculates sooner than sexual intercourse than he or his partner would like. Surprisingly, premature ejaculation is a common sexual complaint. On average, 1 out of 3 men say they experience premature ejaculation from time to time. However, premature ejaculation is a condition that comes with these symptoms: always or nearly always ejaculating within one minute of penetration, are unable to delay ejaculation during intercourse all or nearly all of the time, feel distressed and frustrated, and tend to avoid sexual intimacy as a result.
Both psychological and biological factors can play a role in premature ejaculation. Premature ejaculation is a common and very treatable condition. There are medications, counseling, and sexual techniques that can help delay ejaculation.
There are two types of premature ejaculation. The first is lifelong, or primary, premature ejaculation. Lifelong (primary) ejaculation occurs all or nearly all of the time beginning with your first sexual encounters. The second is acquired, or secondary, premature ejaculation. Acquired (secondary) premature ejaculation develops after you’ve had previous sexual experiences without ejaculatory problems.
There are many causes that contribute to premature ejaculation. However, the exact cause is not known. Doctors think that it is a combination of a complex interaction of psychological and biological factors.
The psychological factors include: early sexual desire experiences, sexual abuse, poor body image, depression, worrying about premature ejaculation, or guilty feelings that increase your tendency to rush through sexual encounters. Other factors that play a role in this can include: erectile dysfunction, anxiety, and relationship problems.
Biological problems also play a role in premature ejaculation. The biological factors include abnormal hormone levels, abnormal levels of brain chemicals called neurotransmitters, inflammation and infection of the prostate urethra, and other inherited genes or traits.
There are various risk factors that can increase the risk of premature ejaculation. The first is erectile dysfunction. You may be at an increased risk of premature ejaculation if you occasionally or consistently have trouble getting or maintaining an erection. Also, fear of losing your erection may cause you to rush through sex.
Complications in your personal life can also cause premature ejaculation, and premature ejaculation can cause issues in your personal life. Stress and relationship problems is number one. Number two is fertility problems. Premature ejaculation can make it difficult for couples who are trying to have a baby.
There are treatments for premature ejaculation, however. Masturbating before sex is a great way to be able to last longer. You can practice pelvic floor exercises to find the right muscles, perfect your technique, and maintain your focus. It is recommended to repeat at least three times a day. Condoms decrease penis sensitivity which helps delay ejaculation. There are condoms specially made to delay ejaculation. There are topical creams and oral medications that can help as well.
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