Erectile Dysfunction

What Causes Premature Ejaculation?

Premature Ejaculation Causes

Apart from psychological, physical, or emotional reasons that result in premature ejaculation, there are other causes associated to it. A low serotonin level in your system may also lead to PE.  

Serotonin - natural substance in your system made by nerves. It controls the way your brain manages your emotions, sleep, mood, and your sexual desire. Therefore, lower serotonin levels cause PE. 

Premature Ejaculation can occur at any age. Therefore, your age is not a primary reason for this condition. When you get older, the feeling to ejaculate is shorter resulting in an early ejaculation. 

Does Low Testosterone Cause PE

Low testosterone levels might exacerbate the condition of PE or potentially contribute to its cause, especially in the case of secondary Premature Ejaculation. However, it is complex to completely understand the relationship between these two i.e. PE and low testosterone.  

Moreover, a few studies indicate that low testosterone levels in your system may possibly decrease your ejaculatory control, potentially resulting in PE.  

  • One particular study found that patients with secondary Premature Ejaculation, also with low testosterone levels, had smaller Intravaginal Ejaculation Latency Time (IELT). 

Does Porn Cause Premature Ejaculation?

Research is on to uncover the relationship between PE and pornography use. A few people believe there is a link between these two. However, there is no conclusive scientific evidence to support this fact. Few reports claim that watching porn is a psychological issue. There is a strong association between pornography use and ejaculation. 

Does Viagra Help With Premature Ejaculation?

Viagra primarily treats Erectile Dysfunction (ED) in most men. However, few studies suggest that ED can help with Premature Ejaculation as it potentially reduces refractory period and improves sexual satisfaction. Few researches reveal Sildenafil also plays a crucial role in treating Premature Ejaculation. 

  • Viagra reduces the refractory period - so you take time to regain erection after you ejaculate. This potentially allows you to repeat your sexual activity much quicker.  
  • Sildenafil can improve your overall sexual satisfaction scores with premature ejaculation. 

How To Prevent Premature Ejaculation?

You have multiple options to manage and prevent premature ejaculation. You can: 

  • Opt for behavioral techniques like the "stop-start" method 
  • Masturbate before sexual activity or intercourse 
  • Try focusing on other sensations 
  • Take deep breaths 
  • Experiment different sexual postures 
  • Have sex for second time immediately after the first ejaculation 

Kegel exercises are also a good option to strengthen your pelvic floor muscles. These improve control over your ejaculation.  

Yoga and other meditation exercises helps you focus more on sex where you manage and control ejaculation. Moreover, if you face relationship issues, you can consult your sex therapist. Your therapist will recommend for couples therapy that helps you address sexual issues and desires with your partner through open and proper communication. 

How I Cured My Premature Ejaculation Naturally?

You have a number of ways to treat premature ejaculation the natural way.  

  • Counseling can help: You can approach your sex therapist for a session on counseling. Your therapist will encourage you to talk freely and openly and discuss the mental challenges you face. Your therapist will advise you to overcome the stress you undergo and offer tips to relieve you from this situation 
  • Approach: Taking his advice and recommendation, you can spend quality time with your partner to sort out any sexual differences. This will boost your confidence to have good sex and spend more time in your sexual activity. This will help you avoid premature ejaculation 
  • Techniques: You can follow simple behavioral techniques like masturbation. You can masturbate a couple of hours before sex. This will help you with delayed ejaculation while you have sex with your partner 
  • Drugs: In certain cases, your health expert will prescribe topical anesthetics or drugs like SSRIs to help delay ejaculation 

PE mostly requires a combination of efforts. However, you can always stay flexible in choosing your line of treatment. 

If you suffer from premature ejaculation for a long period, you can seek medical assistance. You can consult with your caregiver or sex therapist for treatment options. 

A few drugs can help treat Premature Ejaculation; also, several – like behavioral and psychological therapies – may also for you. Behavioral therapy is a broader term that involves various techniques. However, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can be a part of sex therapy. CBT can include various exercises to address multiple sexual problems that also include like anxiety, improve your sexual function, or enhancing sexual satisfaction. 

Your sex therapist or caregiver will suggest the best treatment option for you. You can look forward to the best treatment plan. Moreover, it is not compulsory for you to stick to one treatment plan. Therefore, you have the freedom to opt for more than one treatment at the same time.   

 

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About Lauren G

With over 10 years of experience in pharmaceutical research and health communication, I specialize in male sexual health. My focus is on studying erectile dysfunction medications, analyzing their efficacy, safety, and role in improving patient outcomes through evidence-based research.