Do I Have Delayed Ejaculation?

Did you experience either marked delay in ejaculation or marked infrequency or absence of ejaculation, on approximately 75%-100% of occasions of partnered sexual activity and without desiring the delay?

Have the symptoms described in the previous question persisted for approximately 6 months?

Do the symptoms described in the first question cause significant distress?

Are you that the sexual symptoms are not better explained by a nonsexual mental disorder or as a consequence of severe relationship distress or other causes, and is not attributable to the effects of a substance, a medication or another medical condition?

Based on your answers, it is unlikely you have delayed ejaculation.

Based on your answers, it is unlikely you will be diagnosed with delayed ejaculation. However, if you are experiencing symptoms that are causing frustration and/or if the issue is having an impact on your relationship with your partner, talking with your doctor may be a good idea. The doctor may request a physical exam and information about your medical history. If necessary, the doctor will carry out additional tests. Talking openly with your sexual partner about the problem is also important in order to avoid feelings of frustration or misunderstanding. Couples therapy can be help as well.

Based on your answers, it is recommended that you schedule an appointment with your doctor. The doctor may refer you to specialist. There are many treatments for this condition, each depending on the underlying cause of the dysfunction. Delayed ejaculation can cause low self-esteem in men, anxiety about having sex, and avoidance of sexual relationships. Talking openly with your sexual partner about the problem is also important in order to avoid feelings of frustration or misunderstanding.

Based on your answers, you may be suffering from delayed ejaculation. It is recommended that you schedule an appointment with your doctor as soon as you can. Delayed ejaculation is a very frustrating condition, so the faster you seek help, the better. Remember that it’s normal for men to experience delayed ejaculation now and then, but it begins to become a bigger problem when it causes distress for you and/or your partner. Talking openly with your sexual partner about the problem is also important in order to avoid feelings of frustration or misunderstanding. Couples therapy can be help as well.