EJACULATION DISORDER

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There are two common types of ejaculation disorders experienced by sexually active males.

Premature Ejaculation

Cause

• There are a number of individual causes for premature ejaculation, the problem is often long term and may date back to adolescence.
• This is a medical condition and can become worse if untreated as frustration arises.

Symptoms

• Early ejaculation - before you or your partner desires you to do so
• Lack of control over ejaculation

Treatments

• There are a number of advertised treatments for this condition, however most are usually not effective in the long term.
• A modified sensate focus therapy along with medication, if needed, is used at the Health Institute for Men and this has been proven to have lasting results.

Delayed Ejaculation

Cause

• Psychological or physical causes such as nerve problems or medication side effects

Symptoms

• Delayed or no ejaculation during intercourse

Treatments

• It is important to investigate the cause of this problem, once this is defined appropriate treatment will be discussed and can usually effectively deal with the problem

If you have signs/symptoms or concern of ejaculation disorders or would like to book for a health check up, please contact the Brisbane Health Institute for Men.

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