Premature ejaculation: symptoms, causes and which doctor to see
Premature ejaculation is when ejaculation happens much sooner than wanted, without control, and this causes distress for the man or in the relationship. It is one of the most common sexual problems in men. It is treated with behavioural techniques, medicines and, when needed, therapy.
Which doctor should I see for premature ejaculation?
For premature ejaculation you can first see: Urology or Psychiatry. In large hospitals the Andrology unit also deals with this. If you are not sure, a family doctor can refer you to the right specialist.
What are the symptoms of premature ejaculation?
- Ejaculating early in sex without control
- This happening often
- Distress, anxiety or avoiding sex
What causes premature ejaculation?
The most common causes are listed below. Only a doctor’s examination can determine the exact cause.
- 1Anxiety and performance worries
- 2Biological tendency (linked to the serotonin system)
- 3Prostate inflammation
- 4Thyroid disorders
- 5Erection problems
When is it an emergency? Call 112 now
- Is there blood or pain when ejaculating
- Is there confusion, fainting or difficulty waking up
- Is there facial drooping, slurred speech or sudden weakness in an arm or leg
- Are you struggling to breathe even at rest
What you can do at home
- Talking openly with your partner reduces anxiety.
- Behavioural techniques (stop–start, squeeze) on a doctor’s advice can help.
- Do not buy products of unknown origin online.
See a doctor if
- The problem keeps happening and is causing distress
- There is also an erection problem
How long does it last and how is it treated?
With behavioural techniques, medicine and, if needed, couples therapy, most men improve significantly.
Treatment options for premature ejaculation
See how each treatment is done, how long it takes and which doctors offer it in your city. Your doctor will decide which option suits you after an examination.
Find a urologist in your city
Urologists in Turkish cities who can help with premature ejaculation.
People also describe it as
- “I ejaculate too early”
- “Premature ejaculation treatment”
- “I finish very quickly during sex”
Frequently asked questions
Which doctor should I see for premature ejaculation?
For premature ejaculation you can first see: Urology or Psychiatry. In large hospitals, the Andrology unit also deals with this. If you are not sure, a family doctor (general practitioner) can assess you first and refer you to the right specialist.
What are the symptoms of premature ejaculation?
Common symptoms: ejaculating early in sex without control; this happening often; distress, anxiety or avoiding sex. Symptoms vary from person to person; a doctor’s examination is needed for a diagnosis.
What causes premature ejaculation?
The most common causes: anxiety and performance worries; biological tendency (linked to the serotonin system); prostate inflammation; thyroid disorders; erection problems. Only a doctor’s examination can determine the exact cause.
How long does premature ejaculation last and how is it treated?
With behavioural techniques, medicine and, if needed, couples therapy, most men improve significantly.
Does premature ejaculation go away on its own?
Sometimes it comes and goes; when it is constant and distressing, treatment helps.
When is premature ejaculation an emergency?
If the answer to any of these questions is yes, call 112 without delay: “Is there blood or pain when ejaculating?” “Is there confusion, fainting or difficulty waking up?” “Is there facial drooping, slurred speech or sudden weakness in an arm or leg?” “Are you struggling to breathe even at rest?”
When should I see a doctor for premature ejaculation?
See a doctor: the problem keeps happening and is causing distress; there is also an erection problem.
Similar complaints
Emergency numbers in Turkey
112: ambulance, emergency (free, 24/7, from any phone). 114: National Poison Information Centre. 182: appointment line for public hospitals (MHRS). Pharmacies on night duty (nöbetçi eczane) are posted on the door of every pharmacy.
Sources
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This page does not provide a medical diagnosis and does not replace an examination by a doctor. If you think it is an emergency, call 112 (Turkey’s free emergency number). For poisoning, call the National Poison Information Centre on 114.