Dealing with premature ejaculation is no easy task. Although it is one of the most common forms of sexual dysfunction, coping with the condition still leaves many men feeling overwhelmed and alone. There’s plenty of advice on what to eat, how to exercise, which supplements can help and a host of other treatment options. However, so much advice can be confusing and may add stress to an already stressful situation. Here we’ve gathered together some simple Dos and Don’t s on how to handle premature ejaculation and make the most of your treatment options.
Don’t Panic!
First of all, don’t panic if you find yourself suddenly dealing with premature ejaculation. The condition is thought to affect most – if not all – men at some point in their lives and it is the single most common form of sexual dysfunction for men.
Do Identify Problem Areas
The causes of early ejaculation can vary widely, but there are some common causes which affect many men. These include:
- Diet
- Exercise
- Stress
- Emotional health
These four key areas usually come into play when devising a successful treatment plan. Get a head start and take a look at your diet, general level of fitness, stress levels and how you’re feeling emotionally. If you favour fast food lunches, drinks after work, watching TV in the evening and dealing with a stressful job or relationship problems, it’s no wonder you’re having problems between the sheets. Pinpoint areas you can improve and make a list of changes you’d like to make.
Do Track The Changes You Make
Making too many changes at once can set you up for failure. Instead, make one small change a week. Perhaps you could start taking healthier lunches to work or getting into the habit of walking your dog after work instead of flopping down in front of your television or computer screen. Choose healthier food, start a regimen of supplements, get involved in some team sports, reach out for counselling for help with relationship problems or find ways to lower your stress levels. Make your changes one at a time and give your body time to adjust before taking on a new change. Track how each improvement makes you feel by using a journal, spreadsheet or any method you feel comfortable with. The act of journalling or keeping track of these changes can be a form of therapy in and of itself, which can help your treatment and offer insight and inspiration on new ways to improve your health.
Don’t Get Discouraged
Treating premature ejaculation can be frustrating. Since so many things can cause the problem, it may take time to pinpoint where the problem lies. For many, this only adds stress to an already stressful situation. Every step you take to improve your health is a step in right direction, even if it doesn’t yield the immediate results you want.
Do Seek Out Professional Help
If your Do It Yourself treatments aren’t working and you’re feeling the pressure to make some headway reach out to your doctor for more help. You may need to speak to a professional counsellor or investigate pharmaceutical options in order to initially treat premature ejaculation. There are a number of creams, sprays and other options which can offer immediate relief which can help take off some of the pressure. Treating the underlying cause of your premature ejaculation should still be your goal, but these options can allow you to resume your normal sex life which may help to alleviate much of the stress caused by premature ejaculation as you continue to treat whatever may be causing the problem.
Treating any sexual performance issue takes time and patience – two things in short supply when for many. Treating a sexual dysfunction can be frustrating but, many times, the positive steps people take to resolve the issue results in better overall health. Options exist for the immediate treatment of many problems, which means men can have immediate relief even as they search for, and treat, the underlying cause. This two pronged approach offers the best option for long term success and encourages men to take control of their sex lives and overall health.
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