How long is considered premature ejaculation?

Written by Chen Qi Hua
Urology
Updated on September 17, 2024
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The definition of premature ejaculation does not have a completely consistent consensus. Generally speaking, if the duration of sexual activity is less than 2 minutes, the number of thrusts is less than 15, more than half of the female partner's sexual experiences do not reach climax, or the male cannot control ejaculation, it is defined as premature ejaculation. However, each individual's situation is different and needs to be considered comprehensively.

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How is premature ejaculation treated? Is surgery needed?

The first treatment for premature ejaculation is to target the treatment based on the cause; The second is behavioral therapy, which includes improving sexual techniques and the penile squeeze technique; The third is pharmacological treatment, divided into topical and oral medications; The fourth is surgical treatment, including circumcision and dorsal penile nerve block surgery.

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Does excessive masturbation lead to premature ejaculation?

Occasional masturbation does not have a significant impact on the body and does not cause premature ejaculation. However, long-term and frequent masturbation can lead to psychological and physiological dependence. When it comes to sexual activity, it can cause premature ejaculation or even erectile dysfunction.

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What are the harms of premature ejaculation?

The harm of premature ejaculation mainly has three negative aspects: First, it leads to erectile dysfunction, which is impotence; Second, it affects marital life and harmony in family relationships; Third, it causes psychological burdens for men, and can even lead to depression.

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What is good to eat for premature ejaculation?

Premature ejaculation can be adjunctively treated by changing dietary structures and eating habits. First, appropriately increase consumption of animal organs; Second, eat more fish; Third, appropriately supplement vitamins, such as vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin E; Fourth, supplement with zinc; Fifth, eat more calcium-rich foods.

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Can premature ejaculation affect pregnancy?

Premature ejaculation itself does not affect fertility, however, certain causes of premature ejaculation may impact fertility. The most common cause is infection of the urogenital system, which not only leads to premature ejaculation but can also affect the quality of sperm. If a patient with premature ejaculation has a desire to conceive, it is recommended to visit a hospital for an examination to determine if there is an impact on fertility.