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Causes of Early Ejaculation & Diagnose PE

Healthy sex life is important for a long and happy relationship. Every compatibility, including sexual ones, matters when it comes to maintaining a relationship. Anything that might hamper it should be pointed out and worked upon.

One such issue in sex life is Early Ejaculation or Premature Ejaculation, shortened as PE. We will learn about this term thoroughly in this article, so keep reading until the end.

What is Premature or Early Ejaculation?

Premature or Early Ejaculation is when the man ejaculates before he or his partner wants him to. There is no need to worry about it as it is a common sexual complaint that is curable. Almost one out of three men reported this problem at some point of time in their life.

There is no need to worry about it if it happens to you infrequently. But if you feel it occurs more frequently than you are comfortable with, you can consider getting it diagnosed.

There are two types of PE problems which are explained below:

  • Primary Premature Ejaculation: Primary PE or Lifelong Premature Ejaculation is a situation where the problem exists since the man is sexually active.
  • Secondary Premature Ejaculation: Secondary PE or Acquired Premature Ejaculation is where the problem develops with time. It means that the previous sexual experiences of the person were without the said problem.

What are the Symptoms of Premature Ejaculation?

The symptoms of Premature Ejaculation are listed below:

  • The man ejaculates within one minute of penetration nearly always.
  • The man is unable to delay ejaculating during sexual intercourse.
  • The man avoids sexual intimacy due to frustration related to the same problem.
  • You can experience this situation during masturbation too.

When Should you see a Doctor?

There is no specific time to see a doctor about Premature Ejaculation. Five minutes is the average time a sexual intercourse lasts. Some men can find this time insufficient, but it is normal.

So, you should see a doctor if you feel uncomfortable and frustrated during your sexual intercourse.

What are the Causes of Premature Ejaculation?

The cause of Premature Ejaculation is a complex interaction between psychological and biological factors. Here are the factors that play a crucial role in the mentioned problem:

  • Psychological Causes:
    • Sexual abuse
    • Bad sexual experiences
    • Poor body image
    • Depression
    • Stress
    • Guilt for having sex
    • The pressure of Erectile Dysfunction
    • Anxiety
    • Relationship problems
  • Biological Causes:
    • Abnormal hormonal levels in the body
    • Abnormal levels of neurotransmitters, also known as brain chemicals
    • A medical issue like inflammation or infection in the prostate or urethra
    • Inherited traits from your ancestors

What does the Diagnosis of Premature Ejaculation include?

You should be ready for the following things when considering the diagnosis of Premature Ejaculation:

  • The doctor will ask questions about your sex life, relationship, health history, and other intimate areas.
  • The doctor might do some physical examination.
  • The doctor might prescribe you some blood tests, including checking your testosterone levels.
  • Your doctor might ask you to see a urologist or mental health professional.

What is the Treatment for Premature Ejaculation?

The treatment for Premature Ejaculation varies based on the diagnosis. You will find a list of all the treatments for PE below:

  • Behavioural Techniques
  • Pelvic Floor Exercises
  • The Pause-Squeeze Technique
  • Condoms
  • Medications
  • Counselling

Conclusion

In this article, we learned all about Premature Ejaculation that you might need to know to decide. Gather all the information on the topic and visit a doctor if you are unsatisfied with your sex life.

Please remember that any sexual problem should not be kept to yourself, for it will only frustrate you. Please see a doctor whenever you feel necessary before it is too late. There is a high chance that you are just worried about a non-existing problem. The doctor will either tell you the facts or suggest you the proper treatment at the right time, and you will soon have nothing to be concerned about.

Dr. Satinder SinghCauses of Early Ejaculation & Diagnose PE

Dr. Satinder Singh

Phone: +91-94165 34999, +91-94670 15252

E-mail: satinderbams@gmail.com

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