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What causes premature ejaculation?

Premature ejaculation is divided into two types: lifelong premature ejaculation occurs from the first time a person has sex and is ongoing throughout their sexual life. This can be caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain, which causes ejaculation with only a little stimulation. The other type is acquired premature ejaculation, which can develop in healthy men that have otherwise been performing sexually without any ejaculatory problems. This form can occur as a result of a new relationship, past sexual performance or experiences, expectation of failure, stress and religious beliefs.

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What is premature ejaculation?

Premature ejaculation occurs when a man is unable to control the timing of his ejaculation.

What are the symptoms of premature ejaculation?

Premature ejaculation includes: ejaculating during foreplay; ejaculating while starting intercourse, and; ejaculating soon after starting intercourse.

Who gets premature ejaculation?

Premature ejaculation is a common condition that can affect most men at some point in their lives. It is more common among young men, when people first become sexually active, or start a new relationship.

How is premature ejaculation diagnosed?

Premature ejaculation can be diagnosed by your doctor from a series of questions about your sexual, medical and psychological history. These can include questions such as the time taken to ejaculate, the frequency of premature ejaculation, previous …

How is premature ejaculation treated?

Premature ejaculation can be treated with behavioral techniques, such as Semans' 'stop-start' technique, oral medications, topical anesthetic creams and counselling.

Can premature ejaculation be cured?

In many cases premature ejaculation can be cured; this can occur naturally over time, or be successfully managed with medications. It is important to note that it is common for most men to occasionally experience premature ejaculation.

Will premature ejaculation stop on its own?

In many cases, premature ejaculation occurs when you first become sexually active or at the beginning of a relationship. With age, experience or comfort with your sexual partner, you may find that you no longer have any problems controlling your …

Can premature ejaculation be prevented?

To help prevent premature ejaculation there are a number of simple techniques that can be used. These include Semans' 'stop-start' technique, Masters and Johnson's squeeze technique and Kegel exercises. Building and maintaining a healthy relationship …

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Author: Dr Bow Tauro PhD, BSc (Hons)
First answered: 10 Nov 2014
Last reviewed: 19 May 2018
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Category: Erectile dysfunction

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