Premature Ejaculation
Premature ejaculation Premature ejaculation occurs in men when semen leaves the body (ejaculate) sooner than wanted during sex. Premature ejaculation is a common sexual complaint. As many as 1 out of 3 people say they have it at some time. Causes The exact cause of premature ejaculation isn't known. It was once thought to be only psychological. But health care providers now know that premature ejaculation involves a complex interaction of psychological and biological factors. Psychological causes Psychological factors that might play a role include: · Early sexual experiences · Sexual abuse · Poor body image · Depression · Worrying about premature ejaculation · Guilty feelings that can cause you to rush through sex Other factors that can play a role include: · Erectile dysfunction. Being anxious about getting and keeping an erection might form a pattern of rushing to ejaculate. The pattern can be difficult to change.