What Causes Premature Ejaculation?

It is not uncommon for a man to experience problems with premature ejaculation at some point in his life, and many men do not know why it occurs. Premature ejaculation occurs shortly after penetration, generally withing the first couple of minutes. There is not a set time that is used to define premature ejaculation, but it is accepted that it occurs quickly and frequently leaves the man's sexual partner feeling unsatisfied. Before a man can start to treat the problem, it is important to understand the causes. This can includes everything from excessive sexual excitement to a deep fear of under performing sexually. Other problems with anxiety can also contribute to the problem of ejaculating prematurely, along with certain physical conditions that include an oversensitive nervous system.

What causes premature ejaculation?

 There are several different factors that can cause premature ejaculation, that include stress, anxiety over performance, and problems in the relationship. Some men can also have a more sensitive penis that might also cause him to ejaculate too early. If the problem is caused by hypersensitivity there are a number of natural numbing cremes that can be used to treat it. A new relationship, tension or conflict between partners, and an exciting new experience can also cause a man to ejaculate sooner than he wished.

While researchers are learning more about the sexual condition, it is still not completely understood. Not only is the clinical studies still ongoing, it is also difficult to diagnose the psychological causes of early ejaculation. Scientists are still learning whether the issue is caused by one or more factors, but they have learned that the best treatment options are those that treat both the physical and psychological problems.

Lifelong and acquired premature ejaculation

 Some men suffer from premature ejaculation all of their lives, and many have found their own ways to treat and manage the problem. Men who have acquired premature ejaculation generally develop it when they are older. Men with a lifelong problem of ejaculating to soon, usually begin noticing the dysfunction during puberty.

 Men who suffer from a lifelong problem with premature ejaculation can usually trace it back to a psychological issue. It could be a result of trying to reach an orgasm faster when they were younger, to avoid being caught masturbating. A childhood trauma could have caused a sexual anxiety to form, which is interfering with his ability to perform in the bedroom. In some cases the problem may be caused by cultural or religious beliefs that teach that sex is only for procreation and should be finished quickly, without any sexual enjoyment.

 Acquired premature ejaculation generally affects men who are over the age of 35, and can be caused by both physical and mental conditions. The most common are stress and anxiety, which can be caused by work, family, and problems in the relationship. Arguments, poor communication, and stress over sexual performance can all cause problems with ejaculation. Some of the physical conditions can include high blood pressure, thyroid and prostate problems, along with diabetes. Poor lifestyle choices such as heavy drinking or illicit drug use can also cause a man to ejaculate sooner than he wished. Some older men also experience problems with premature ejaculation due to problems with their central nervous system.

Treating Premature Ejaculation

 There are also several treatments that men can try to correct the problem, but the best results usually occur with a combination of different therapies. This can include creams that numb sensitive skin, along with certain antidepressants to relieve anxiety. Unfortunately the use of these can also cause other sexual dysfunctions to develop. One of the best ways to treat the problem is to have open and honest discussions with your partner. Not only can this help to prevent problems from occurring in the relationship, you can also discuss difficult sexual techniques and positions that might help you to last longer in the bedroom.

Conclusion

 Premature ejaculation does not have to be a lifelong condition, and it can be treated with different types of therapies. Understanding the different causes of the sexual problem, is the first step to treating it so you can resume a full and satisfying sex life. Talking with your partner about the problem and making healthy lifestyle choices are two natural and safe methods of beginning to treat and correct your inability to last, and can improve your sexual performance so you can have a satisfying sex life.