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Premature ejaculation

Premature ejaculation means ejaculation happens earlier than wanted and is difficult to control, causing tension or distress. It can often be treated with explanation, exercises, sex therapy or medicines.

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Premature ejaculation means ejaculation happens earlier than wanted and is difficult to control, causing tension or distress. It can often be treated with explanation, exercises, sex therapy or medicines.

  • Ejaculation almost always earlier than wanted during penetration or other sexual activity.
  • Little ability to delay ejaculation.
  • Discuss what touch and pace feel good without blame.
  • Include sexual activity beyond penetration and do not make orgasm the only goal.
  • Make an appointment if the problem persists, has newly developed later in life or causes significant distress or relationship problems.
  • For urgent GP care outside normal opening hours, call HAP 9252. Call Ambulance 912 only for an immediately life-threatening situation.

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