Delayed ejaculation is a dysfunction in the man characterized by the absence of ejaculation during the sexual act, but that happens more easily in masturbation. The diagnosis of this dysfunction is confirmed when symptoms persist for about 6 months and is less frequent than premature ejaculation, which is a dysfunction characterized by ejaculation before or soon after the onset of penetration. Understand what premature ejaculation is and how to treat it.
Delayed ejaculation can be classified into:
- Primary or permanent, when present throughout the life of man;
- Secondary or transient, when from a certain age or depending on some situation, the man stops ejaculating during the sexual act.
This dysfunction can generate frustration for both the man and the woman, and the guidance of a sexologist is indicated, for example, so that the situation is clarified.
Symptoms of delayed ejaculation
Delayed ejaculation happens when a man can not ejaculate during intercourse, which is easier to do during masturbation, unlike anorgasmia, in which man can not ejaculate in any situation. See the symptoms and treatment for anorgasmia.
Although there is no ejaculation, the man can maintain the erection longer, prolonging sexual activity, which can cause pain in both women and men, by the loss of natural lubrication, and become exhausting and frustrating for both. In addition, there may be weariness in relationship, anxiety and depression.
Possible causes
The causes of delayed ejaculation involve both clinical and psychological factors and can be:
- Obstruction of the channels through which the sperm passes, thus preventing ejaculation;
- Diabetes;
- Use of antidepressant medications;
- Use of excess alcohol;
- Use of drugs, such as cocaine, crack and marijuana;
- Fear of impregnating the partner;
- Concerns about sexual performance;
- Childhood sexual abuse;
- Religious issues.
Because there are several causes associated with this dysfunction, the diagnosis can be made by several medical specialties depending on the cause, such as psychologist or sexual therapist, urologist or endocrinologist, for example.
How to treat
The treatment of delayed ejaculation is done from the identification of the cause, being easily solved and usually involves therapy, since it can bring some consequence to the relationship.
In addition, it is important for a man to maintain healthy habits, such as regular physical exercise, balanced eating, and avoid smoking, drinking or using drugs.
