Other methods of sexual stimulation may be necessary for the woman to attain orgasm. Premature ejaculation is the most frequently encountered sexual complaint of men and couples. It is most common in adolescents, young adults, and other sexually naive males. Attaining adequate knowledge regarding normal sexual responses of both males and females prior to engaging in sexual activity may prove useful in preventing this condition. A physical examination is usually normal and abnormal finding are unlikely to be associated with the condition.
Useful information is more likely to be obtained from interviewing the person or the couple.
It is critical that this issue be addressed with a health care provider with whom the person or couple can feel comfortable and openly discuss sexual behaviors and concerns. Treatment may involve the provider simply explaining why premature ejaculation occurs, assuring the person or couple that it is a normal part of the male sexual response, and providing techniques that may assist the man in learning to delay ejaculation. The sequence is repeated until ejaculation is desired, the final time allowing the stimulation to continue until ejaculation occurs. The sequence may be repeated by the person or couple until ejaculation is desired, the final time allowing the stimulation to continue until ejaculation occurs. If pronounced psychological or interpersonal factors appear to be involved, professional counseling or psychotherapy may be necessary.