How is premature ejaculation treated? Is surgery needed?

Written by Chen Qi Hua
Urology
Updated on September 01, 2024
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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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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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How long is considered premature ejaculation?

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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Is premature ejaculation the same as ejaculating quickly?

Premature ejaculation and rapid ejaculation are not the same thing, but they are related and connected. There isn't an absolute standard to distinguish them; it should be judged based on the duration, the number of thrusts, the satisfaction of both parties, the male's ability to control, and the persistence of duration.

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What to check for premature ejaculation

Cases of premature ejaculation should consult with specialized doctors for examination and consultation. Common examinations include: 1. Nervous system function tests, such as tests for the function of the dorsal nerve or the sacral nerve; 2. Prostate-related examinations, such as prostate ultrasound, routine prostate fluid analysis and culture, etc.; 3. Sexual hormone tests; 4. A comprehensive full-body examination.

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Can condoms treat premature ejaculation?

Condoms are helpful in the treatment of premature ejaculation. Regardless of the cause of premature ejaculation, one can try wearing one, or even two condoms for auxiliary treatment.