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Premature Ejaculation

Common condition

Premature Ejaculation

A common condition to affect adult men of all ages is premature ejaculation. This condition affects 30 percent of all adult men worldwide and is considered a sexual dysfunction condition. While there are a potential wide range of causes for premature ejaculation, it typically isn't considered to be a medically serious condition. The information ahead discusses some topics of premature ejaculation and some potential treatment options men can consider.

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What is Premature Ejaculation?

Premature ejaculation is a condition in which men ejaculate much sooner than expected.  While there is no established amount time to diagnose this condition, couples generally determine treatment is needed when sexual enjoyment is diminished. For some, premature ejaculation can spoil the mood and it can affect relationships as well, especially since intimacy is drastically diminished. Seeking help is important if relationships become affected by this condition. If treatment is something that is needed, a physician experienced in this condition might assess physical or psychological wellness to determine the best option available.

What are the Causes of Premature Ejaculation?

Currently there is not one defined element that directly causes premature ejaculation, however there are potential aspects that could contribute to the condition. Listed below are some causes to be mindful of if premature ejaculation affects your life.

1. Early Life Experiences

This is one of the psychological issues that could contribute to premature ejaculation. For some, this could be training the mind to be quick with ejaculation or having prior experiences that damaged the relationship with sex. If early life experiences are something that might be affecting sexual health, it is important to get to the root of the issue so that proper treatment can fix this issue.

2. Infection of the Prostate or Urethra

Infections can cause swelling and can increase the pressure prior to ejaculation. If an infection is something you suspect to be your cause of premature ejaculation, consider getting an examination for proper treatment. Inflammation might cause pain or a variety of other symptoms.

3. Abnormal Hormone Balance

Certain hormones can affect sexual health and can be a cause of premature ejaculation. Sometimes this can mean too little or too much of a particular hormone circulating in the blood and finding a proper balance can help to mitigate any further issues.

4. Anxiety

Sometimes premature ejaculation is caused by psychological issues.  Anxiety is a condition in which the mind perceives a threat and can cause a wide range of health issues. If anxiety is the cause of premature ejaculation, it could be primarily due to performance anxiety. Treatment can help with performance anxiety and talking this over with your physician can help as well.

5. Physical Conditions

Acquired causes of premature ejaculation include diabetes, high blood pressure, injuries, pain, and nerve disorders. If any of these physical conditions are causing premature ejaculation, it is important to treat the ailment prior to seeking further treatment.

6. Excitement. 

While there are potential physical and psychological conditions that can lead to premature ejaculation, sometimes it is due to excessive excitement. Finding ways to reduce the excitement by slowing down and concentrating on the moment can have a long-lasting effect.

What Are The Risk Factors of Premature Ejaculation?

While any adult male can experience this at any given time throughout life, those with known erectile dysfunction and high stress can increase the risk of premature ejaculation. When an adult male experiences erectile dysfunction, it could lead to anxiety, to hurry the sexual experience, and in order to prevent losing the erection, which can lead to premature ejaculation. In addition, physical and psychological stress can lead to premature ejaculation and can cause the male to be unable to relax during sex. If these conditions are a concern for premature ejaculation, consider dual treatment for best results.

Treatment Options for Premature Ejaculation

There are a few methods for treatment of premature ejaculation and talking with a doctor to find the right option is important. Consider some of the treatment options ahead.

Psychological

Sometimes treatment options include behavioral methods to improve and prolong sexual encounters. For example, behavioral techniques could involve masturbation prior to sexual intercourse to prolong the experience. In addition, condoms might offer relief and extended joy. Finding behavioral options that work might require a little trial and error so consider any of these to see if it prolongs the experience.

Exercises

Sometimes men can perform exercises specific to premature ejaculation. These exercises often include Kegels and activities that strengthen the pelvic floor muscles. If premature ejaculation affects your lifestyle, consider physical exercises to see if the condition improves.

Medication. 

If the techniques above do not work, medication might be a good option to help. There are gels, creams, and oral medication that might help with premature ejaculation. Especially if it is anxiety-driven, oral medication can help to alleviate psychological conditions to improve premature ejaculation. In addition, medicine used to increase the hormone serotonin in the blood might help as well. A common drug for this includes Priligy.  Priligy is used primarily to boost serotonin so that maximal enjoyment can be experienced.  Increased serotonin helps to boost "happy feelings" and could boost enjoyment, which could have an impact on premature ejaculation.

If premature ejaculation is something that you feel is affecting your life and relationships, there are options that might be able to help. Consider the information above as a resource for possible treatment options and potential reasons you could be having this condition.

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Additional information

Read our guides below that go into more detail about premature ejaculation and what you can do about it. Learn about the symptoms, what to look for, and how to reduce it's severity.
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Chris is a health and fitness professional with a master's degree in exercise and wellness. Working in healthcare since 2005, Chris is experienced working with various illnesses. In addition, Chris has been a professional health and wellness writer since 2013, focusing on evidence-based information and relaying it in an easy-to-follow format.