Premature Ejaculation Treatments in Austin, Texas

Premature Ejaculation

Every. Man’s. Worst. Nightmare. You’re there, you’re pumped to be with your partner, and within a minute or two, it’s game over. The International Society for Sexual Medicine (ISSM) definition of premature ejaculation as “a male sexual dysfunction characterized by ejaculation which always or nearly always occurs prior to or within about one minute of vaginal penetration; and, inability to delay ejaculation on all or nearly all vaginal penetrations; and, negative personal consequences, such as distress, bother, frustration, and/or the avoidance of  sexual intimacy.” At Austin Love Doctor™, our more inclusive definition includes relationships involving two male partners and doesn’t necessarily include penetration. Regardless of the definition, it can be crippling beyond frustrating for both a man and his partner. Thankfully, there are behavioral changes, sexual techniques, and even prescription medications that can help immensely.

You Are Not Alone

The main symptom of premature ejaculation is the inability to delay ejaculation for more than one minute after penetration. It can be classified as primary (lifelong) that occurs nearly all of the time beginning with your first sexual encounter, or secondary (acquired), which develops after a period without ejaculatory problems.

You may feel alone, but as many as 1 out of 3 men admit to premature ejaculation at some point in their lifetime. It can make conception difficult, and be the unconscious result of erectile dysfunction.

While you may feel inadequate, you may be more normal than you think. Occasional premature ejaculation is normal. It takes 4-8 hours to film a 20 minute pornographic video, and the average time from the beginning of intercourse to ejaculation is about five minutes for most men.

Psychological Causes

 

Psychological factors that might play a role include:

• Early sexual experiences
• Sexual abuse/trauma
• Poor body image and low self-confidence
• Depression/Anxiety
• Worrying about premature ejaculation
• Guilty feelings or erectile dysfunction that increase your tendency to rush through sexual encounters
• Interpersonal issues with a partner

A number of biological factors might contribute to premature ejaculation, including:

• Abnormal hormone levels (testosterone, prolactin, thyroid)
• Abnormal levels of brain chemicals called neurotransmitters
• Inflammation and infection of the prostate or urethra
• Inherited traits

Biological Causes

 

When To See A Doctor

 

If you’re not having the kind of sex you’d like to have, come see us. Don’t feel embarrassed or ashamed. Odds are, we can help. Premature ejaculation is a common and treatable problem. And while we’re straightening out your issues, we’ve got techniques to help you focus on your partner to take the pressure off you.