Definition:
Premature ejaculation is a common sexual disorder, wherein a man, regularly ejaculates sooner than they, or their partner, might wish, during sexual encounters.
Diagnosis:
Premature ejaculation is diagnosed based on a detailed interview of the patient's sexual history as well as health history. A general physical exam, and blood tests, may likewise be performed to determine if it is caused by biological factors. To assess if premature ejaculation is influenced by psychological factors, a consultation with a doctor or mental health professional may be done.
Treatment:
Treatment options for premature ejaculation include sexual therapy, like the teaching of the squeeze technique, medications, like antidepressants, and psychotherapy (counseling), or a combination of these treatments.
Symptoms and Signs:
Ejaculation that occurs before both partners wish in the majority of sexual encounters is the main symptom of premature ejaculation. It may either be primary or secondary premature ejaculation.
Causes:
The exact cause for premature ejaculation is still unknown. However, it is believed that a combination of psychological and biological factors play a part in its coming about. A less than ideal situation, or guilt feelings may have its psychological effect on the sexual encounter which may cause premature ejaculation. Some biological factors which may result to premature ejaculation are abnormal brain chemical levels, abnormal hormonal level, abnormal reflex activity of the ejaculatory system, among others.
