What are the symptoms of premature ejaculation?
Premature ejaculation is one of the common sexual dysfunctions in men. It means that during sexual intercourse, men cannot control the time of ejaculation. Ejaculation usually occurs shortly before or after vaginal penetration. This problem not only affects the quality of sexual life, but can also have a negative impact on a man's mental and emotional health. The following is a detailed analysis of the symptoms of premature ejaculation.
1. The main symptoms of premature ejaculation

The main symptom of premature ejaculation is that the ejaculation time is too short, but the specific symptoms may vary from person to person. The following is a common classification of symptoms:
| Symptom type | Specific performance |
|---|---|
| primary premature ejaculation | The problem of rapid ejaculation persists from the first sexual intercourse, usually taking less than 1 minute to ejaculate. |
| secondary premature ejaculation | I once had normal ejaculation control, but later experienced rapid ejaculation due to psychological or physiological reasons. |
| situational premature ejaculation | Premature ejaculation occurs only in certain situations, such as with certain partners or under certain circumstances. |
2. Symptoms associated with premature ejaculation
In addition to short ejaculation, premature ejaculation may also be accompanied by the following symptoms:
| accompanying symptoms | Description |
|---|---|
| psychological stress | Feeling anxious, low self-esteem or depressed due to premature ejaculation. |
| Decreased libido | Avoiding sexual intercourse due to fear of premature ejaculation, resulting in decreased sexual desire. |
| Relationship tension between partners | Conflicts between partners are caused by disharmony in sexual life. |
3. Possible causes of premature ejaculation
The causes of premature ejaculation are complex and usually involve both psychological and physiological factors:
| Reason type | specific factors |
|---|---|
| psychological factors | Anxiety, stress, depression, excessive worry about sexual performance, etc. |
| physiological factors | Prostatitis, thyroid dysfunction, hormone level imbalance, etc. |
| living habits | Bad lifestyle habits such as smoking, alcohol abuse, and lack of exercise. |
4. How to judge whether you have premature ejaculation
The diagnosis of premature ejaculation is usually based on the following criteria:
| diagnostic criteria | Description |
|---|---|
| ejaculation time | The time from vaginal insertion to ejaculation is less than 1 minute (primary premature ejaculation) or 3 minutes (secondary premature ejaculation). |
| control ability | Inability to delay ejaculation or ejaculation with minimal stimulation. |
| psychological impact | Feeling distressed or avoiding sex due to premature ejaculation. |
5. Treatment and improvement methods for premature ejaculation
The treatment of premature ejaculation needs to be formulated according to the specific cause. Common treatment methods include:
| Treatment | Specific measures |
|---|---|
| psychotherapy | Relieve anxiety and stress with counseling or behavioral therapy. |
| drug treatment | Use local anesthetics or oral medications (such as dapoxetine) to prolong ejaculation. |
| lifestyle adjustments | Quit smoking, limit alcohol consumption, exercise more, improve diet, etc. |
| Partners cooperate | Improve your sex life through communication and shared participation in therapy. |
6. Summary
Premature ejaculation is a common male sexual dysfunction, mainly characterized by short ejaculation time, and may be accompanied by psychological stress and strained relationships with partners. The causes are complex and involve many factors such as psychology, physiology and living habits. Through scientific diagnosis and treatment, most premature ejaculation problems can be effectively improved. If you suspect that you are suffering from premature ejaculation, it is recommended to seek professional help from your doctor promptly.
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