Premature Ejaculation

Premature ejaculation occurs in men when semen leave the body (ejaculate) sooner than wanted during sex. Premature ejaculation is a common sexual complaint. As many as 1 out of 3 people say they have it at some time.

Premature ejaculation isn't cause for concern if it doesn't happen often.

1) Always or nearly always ejaculate within 1 to 3 minutes of penetration

2) Are not able to delay ejaculation during sex all or nearly all the time

3) Feel distressed and frustrated, and tend to avoid sexual intimacy as a result

Premature ejaculation is a treatable condition. Medications, counseling and techniques that delay ejaculation can help improve sex for you and your partner.

Symptoms

The main symptom of premature ejaculation is not being able to delay ejaculation for more than three minutes after penetration. But it might occur in all sexual situations, even during masturbation.

Premature ejaculation can be classified as:

Lifelong. Lifelong premature ejaculation occurs all or nearly all the time beginning with the first sexual encounter.

Acquired. Acquired premature ejaculation develops after having previous sexual experiences without problems with ejaculation.

Many people feel that they have symptoms of premature ejaculation, but the symptoms don't meet the criteria for a diagnosis. It's typical to experience early ejaculation at times.

Psychological causes

Psychological factors that might play a role include:

1) Early sexual experiences

2) Sexual abuse

3) Poor body image

4) Depression

5) Worrying about premature ejaculation

6) Guilty feelings that can cause you to rush through sex