Premature Ejaculation

What is premature ejaculation?

PE happens when a man ejaculates too quickly during sex, often within a minute of penetration. It’s one of the most common sexual issues, affecting about 1 in 3 men at some point. PE is different from erectile dysfunction (ED), though some men experience both.

What are the types of PE?

  • Lifelong (Primary) PE: Starts from first sexual experience.
  • Acquired (Secondary) PE: Develops later in life.
  • Natural variable PE: Happens occasionally, not consistently.

What causes premature ejaculation?

  • Performance anxiety or stress
  • Relationship issues
  • Erectile dysfunction (ED)—rushing to avoid losing an erection
  • Hormonal imbalances
  • Prostate or urethral inflammation

When do you seek help with premature ejaculation?

  • Happens frequently and affects your confidence.
  • Causes relationship issues.
  • Prevents satisfying intimacy.

How is premature ejaculation treated?

Behavioral techniques

  • Start-stop method: Stimulate, pause, repeat.
  • Squeeze technique: Firmly squeeze the penis to delay ejaculation.  Kegel exercises: Strengthen pelvic muscles for better control.

Sensitivity control

  • Condoms with numbing agents. Numbing creams or sprays.

Medication

  • If linked to ED, drugs like Viagra or Cialis may help.
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