The definition (1)
“Premature ejaculation is an ejaculation disorder that is persistent or repeated during minimal sexual stimulation before, during or just after penetration, and before the subject wishes to ejaculate”. To talk about premature ejaculation, this phenomenon must be permanent or frequent (for at least 6 months).
In addition to this rapidity of ejaculation, there is a feeling of lack of control and marked suffering for the man (decrease in sexual satisfaction, personal distress) which can affect his partner and his couple, and lead to difficulties. interpersonal (1.2).
(1) According to the DSM ‑ IV ‑ TR, Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders – 4e edition, revised text
(2) Journal of urology
The origin
It is not linked to a single cause. Experts believe that several factors come into play. Among these, the genetic component could partly explain premature ejaculation. Serotonin is a hormone found in the brain and serves as a neurotransmitter. It would be insufficient in men suffering from premature ejaculation.
The results of the OpinionWay survey conducted among 300 general practitioners, 750 men and 750 women aged 18 to 64
• 50% of men and 43% of women say they have already had a problem with premature ejaculation
• 66% of men and 68% of women concerned feel sexual frustration
• 37% of the women concerned mention a decrease in sexual desire
• 85% of the men concerned mention an impact on self-confidence
• 44% of the men and 46% of the women concerned do not know the origin
• 67% of the men and 81% of the women concerned have never done any research on the subject
• 49% of the men concerned have never talked about it with their partner
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