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The Five Facts You Need to Know When Dealing with Premature Ejaculation

Dealing with Premature Ejaculation

Problems in the bedroom happen to just about everyone in the world. Whether it’s a one off glitch or a chronic condition, dealing with sexual performance issues can be overwhelming and isolating. The problem seems to come out of nowhere and discussing it can be awkward, even with a doctor or your partner. When it comes to premature ejaculation there are a few facts which may help men dealing with the issue.

If It Happens Once, That Doesn’t Mean It Will Happen Again

Premature ejaculation can happen for a number of reasons. Stress, anxiety, fatigue and just random chance all play a part and almost every man in the world has experienced an episode of it at least once during his adult life. Many men experience issues with premature ejaculation in their younger years due to inexperience. Over time, men learn the signals their body sends out as they approach orgasm and they develop different techniques and methods to back off or change positions in order to prevent themselves from climaxing before they’re ready. But just because you experience premature ejaculation once, that doesn’t mean it will become a chronic issue. In some cases, it’s simply nothing more than an off night.

You Are Not Alone

Premature ejaculation is often cited as the single most common form of sexual dysfunction experienced by men, beating out even occasional impotence. Official estimates vary, but generally speaking it’s estimated that well over 95% of the male population has experienced it at least once and, at any given time, 1 in 3 American men are dealing with the issue on a chronic or long term basis.

There Are Degrees to the Diagnosis

Strictly speaking, the general rule for diagnosing premature ejaculation is that climax or orgasm must occur within 60 seconds. However, most medical dictionaries and diagnosis protocols simply state that the condition can be diagnosed any time orgasm happens “sooner than intended”. This means that there are men who climax before sex even takes place – sometimes before they’ve even removed their clothes – while other men may be diagnosed with the condition if they can’t make it past the minute mark.

Do It Yourself Options Exist

Treatments for sexual performance issues often begin with simple lifestyle changes anyone can make. The root causes of these kinds of problems could be anything from trouble with your relationship or stress at work to nutritional or physical fitness issues. Finding and dealing with the true root cause of the problem is best and, in many cases, making small positive changes lets people find the cause while also addressing the symptoms. Improving your diet to include foods which improve circulation and boost energy levels can be helpful and, for those who need immediate relief, a number of stop gap measures are available. Numbing creams, gels and other topical ointments can desensitise the penis slightly so that men can improve stamina. Cock rings can also provide some relief immediately. Other sex toys and special lubricants are also available and can help you to keep your sex life going strong even as you’re dealing with whatever deeper issue there may be lurking beneath the surface. Adding these toys or lubes to your sex life also adds some spice and can help to put the spark back into the bedroom.

Talking to Your Partner Increases Your Success Rate

Discussing sexual performance issues can be awkward, even when trying to speak to your partner. Getting past the initial discomfort is often the key to a truly successful and long-term treatment plan. Making your partner part of the solution has both immediate and long term benefits. Right away, it brings the problem into the light and you can dispel misconceptions she may be having. Women generally know very little about these conditions since it isn’t something they have to deal with on a regular basis. Your partner may think you’ve simply become disinterested in her and opening the lines of communication allows you to lay this common myth to rest. Secondly, it gives her the chance to find out more about treatment options and lets her fully support the treatments you choose to pursue. Full partner involvement is, hands down, your best bet to successfully dealing with premature ejaculation once and for all.