Premature Ejaculation (PE) is a condition which affects sexually active men whereby the male reaches orgasm and ejaculates sooner than expected. Although there is no set time for ejaculation to occur, usually ejaculation within 2 minutes of starting intercourse is a good guide. This obviously effects both sexual partners as the experience can be less enjoyable leading to anxiety and stress for both partners.
The cause of PE is not known as the condition is often self-defined by the individual affected. One cause can be low levels of the chemical serotonin in the brain. For men affected, stress, anxiety and depression can make the condition worse which is often the case then experiencing this condition. Men often experience lack of confidence, relationship problems and negative feelings about sex further aggravating the condition. Other causes include abnormal hormone levels, conditions of the prostate, bladder, infections and conditions of the penis such as Erectile dysfunction.
Due to the variety of causes, the treatment options relate to determining to the cause of the condition so this can be treated first. PE can often be treated by treating underlying conditions such as anxiety, stress, infections or Erectile dysfunction (ED).
If other causes are ruled out, Premature Ejaculation can be treated by taking a drug called Dapoxetine (Priligy) which increases the amount of serotonin in the brain for a short time delaying ejaculation. Priligy is usually taken between 1-3 hours prior to sexual intercourse.
If other causes are ruled out, Premature Ejaculation can be treated by taking a drug called Dapoxetine (Priligy) which increases the amount of serotonin in the brain for a short time delaying ejaculation. Priligy is usually taken between 1-3 hours prior to sexual intercourse.
It is important to speak to your prescriber about other causes of premature ejaculation.
Premature ejaculation can often be associated with erectile dysfunction and obtaining treatment for this may help to improve this condition. Other conditions that need investigating by a GP include thyroid problems and diabetes.
Other options include counselling and hypnotherapy to treat any psychological causes of premature ejaculation. This can help to treat causes such as depression, stress, anxiety and relationship problems.
Use of recreational drugs can cause problems in sexual perforamance as can some other drugs.
Alternative treatment options include reducing sensations by using thick condoms or anaesthetic creams such as EMLA
Further information can be found on the nhs website at Ejaculation problems - NHS (www.nhs.uk)
Premature ejaculation can often be associated with erectile dysfunction and obtaining treatment for this may help to improve this condition. Other conditions that need investigating by a GP include thyroid problems and diabetes.
Other options include counselling and hypnotherapy to treat any psychological causes of premature ejaculation. This can help to treat causes such as depression, stress, anxiety and relationship problems.
Use of recreational drugs can cause problems in sexual perforamance as can some other drugs.
Alternative treatment options include reducing sensations by using thick condoms or anaesthetic creams such as EMLA
Further information can be found on the nhs website at Ejaculation problems - NHS (www.nhs.uk)
Pharmassured offer a quick online assessment of your PE via a short questionnaire. Our prescriber can assess your condition and if suitable prescribe your treatment which will be delivered to your door.
