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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Ejaculation disorders | |||
| synonyms = Ejaculatory dysfunction | |||
| field = [[Urology]], [[Andrology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Premature ejaculation]], [[Delayed ejaculation]], [[Retrograde ejaculation]], [[Anejaculation]] | |||
| complications = [[Infertility]], [[Psychological distress]] | |||
| onset = Varies depending on the specific disorder | |||
| duration = Can be temporary or chronic | |||
| causes = [[Psychological factors]], [[Neurological disorders]], [[Hormonal imbalances]], [[Medications]], [[Prostate surgery]] | |||
| risks = [[Anxiety]], [[Depression]], [[Relationship issues]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Medical history]], [[Physical examination]], [[Blood tests]], [[Psychological evaluation]] | |||
| differential = [[Erectile dysfunction]], [[Hypogonadism]], [[Prostate cancer]] | |||
| treatment = [[Behavioral therapy]], [[Medications]], [[Counseling]], [[Surgery]] | |||
| prognosis = Varies; often treatable with appropriate intervention | |||
| frequency = Common; varies by type and population | |||
}} | |||
'''Ejaculation Disorders''' are a group of sexual dysfunctions related to the phase of sexual response involving ejaculation. These disorders can significantly impact an individual's sexual satisfaction and, in some cases, can affect reproductive health. The primary ejaculation disorders include [[Premature ejaculation]], [[Delayed ejaculation]], [[Retrograde ejaculation]], and [[Anorgasmia]] (although anorgasmia is more closely related to the inability to reach orgasm, it can affect ejaculation). | |||
==Types of Ejaculation Disorders== | ==Types of Ejaculation Disorders== | ||
===Premature Ejaculation=== | ===Premature Ejaculation=== | ||
[[Premature Ejaculation]] (PE) is characterized by ejaculation that occurs sooner than desired, either before or shortly after sexual penetration, causing distress or interpersonal difficulty. This condition is one of the most common forms of male sexual dysfunction. | [[Premature Ejaculation]] (PE) is characterized by ejaculation that occurs sooner than desired, either before or shortly after sexual penetration, causing distress or interpersonal difficulty. This condition is one of the most common forms of male sexual dysfunction. | ||
===Delayed Ejaculation=== | ===Delayed Ejaculation=== | ||
[[Delayed Ejaculation]] involves a significant delay or inability to achieve ejaculation, despite the desire and stimulation to do so. This condition can be either lifelong or acquired and can lead to frustration and distress in both the individual and their partner. | [[Delayed Ejaculation]] involves a significant delay or inability to achieve ejaculation, despite the desire and stimulation to do so. This condition can be either lifelong or acquired and can lead to frustration and distress in both the individual and their partner. | ||
===Retrograde Ejaculation=== | ===Retrograde Ejaculation=== | ||
[[Retrograde Ejaculation]] occurs when semen enters the bladder instead of exiting through the urethra during orgasm. While this condition does not affect sexual pleasure, it can impair fertility and lead to what is known as a "dry" orgasm. | [[Retrograde Ejaculation]] occurs when semen enters the bladder instead of exiting through the urethra during orgasm. While this condition does not affect sexual pleasure, it can impair fertility and lead to what is known as a "dry" orgasm. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
The causes of ejaculation disorders are varied and can include psychological factors such as anxiety, depression, or stress; medical conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, or neurological disorders; and the use of certain medications. Lifestyle factors and certain types of surgeries, such as prostate surgery, can also contribute to these conditions. | The causes of ejaculation disorders are varied and can include psychological factors such as anxiety, depression, or stress; medical conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, or neurological disorders; and the use of certain medications. Lifestyle factors and certain types of surgeries, such as prostate surgery, can also contribute to these conditions. | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosis of ejaculation disorders typically involves a detailed medical and sexual history, a physical examination, and sometimes laboratory tests to rule out underlying medical conditions. It is important for healthcare providers to approach the topic sensitively and comprehensively to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment. | Diagnosis of ejaculation disorders typically involves a detailed medical and sexual history, a physical examination, and sometimes laboratory tests to rule out underlying medical conditions. It is important for healthcare providers to approach the topic sensitively and comprehensively to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for ejaculation disorders depends on the underlying cause and may include behavioral therapy, medication, or changes in medication if a particular drug is contributing to the condition. Psychological counseling can also be beneficial, especially when the disorder is related to stress, anxiety, or other mental health issues. | Treatment for ejaculation disorders depends on the underlying cause and may include behavioral therapy, medication, or changes in medication if a particular drug is contributing to the condition. Psychological counseling can also be beneficial, especially when the disorder is related to stress, anxiety, or other mental health issues. | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Sexual | * [[Sexual dysfunction]] | ||
* [[Erectile | * [[Erectile dysfunction]] | ||
* [[Libido]] | * [[Libido]] | ||
* [[Reproductive | * [[Reproductive health]] | ||
==External Links== | ==External Links== | ||
* [https://www.who.int World Health Organization] | * [https://www.who.int World Health Organization] | ||
* [https://www.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic] | * [https://www.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic] | ||
[[Category:Sexual Dysfunction]] | [[Category:Sexual Dysfunction]] | ||
[[Category:Men's Health]] | [[Category:Men's Health]] | ||
[[Category:Reproductive Health]] | [[Category:Reproductive Health]] | ||
{{Medicine-stub}} | {{Medicine-stub}} | ||
Latest revision as of 00:05, 4 April 2025
| Ejaculation disorders | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Ejaculatory dysfunction |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Premature ejaculation, Delayed ejaculation, Retrograde ejaculation, Anejaculation |
| Complications | Infertility, Psychological distress |
| Onset | Varies depending on the specific disorder |
| Duration | Can be temporary or chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Psychological factors, Neurological disorders, Hormonal imbalances, Medications, Prostate surgery |
| Risks | Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues |
| Diagnosis | Medical history, Physical examination, Blood tests, Psychological evaluation |
| Differential diagnosis | Erectile dysfunction, Hypogonadism, Prostate cancer |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Behavioral therapy, Medications, Counseling, Surgery |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Varies; often treatable with appropriate intervention |
| Frequency | Common; varies by type and population |
| Deaths | N/A |
Ejaculation Disorders are a group of sexual dysfunctions related to the phase of sexual response involving ejaculation. These disorders can significantly impact an individual's sexual satisfaction and, in some cases, can affect reproductive health. The primary ejaculation disorders include Premature ejaculation, Delayed ejaculation, Retrograde ejaculation, and Anorgasmia (although anorgasmia is more closely related to the inability to reach orgasm, it can affect ejaculation).
Types of Ejaculation Disorders[edit]
Premature Ejaculation[edit]
Premature Ejaculation (PE) is characterized by ejaculation that occurs sooner than desired, either before or shortly after sexual penetration, causing distress or interpersonal difficulty. This condition is one of the most common forms of male sexual dysfunction.
Delayed Ejaculation[edit]
Delayed Ejaculation involves a significant delay or inability to achieve ejaculation, despite the desire and stimulation to do so. This condition can be either lifelong or acquired and can lead to frustration and distress in both the individual and their partner.
Retrograde Ejaculation[edit]
Retrograde Ejaculation occurs when semen enters the bladder instead of exiting through the urethra during orgasm. While this condition does not affect sexual pleasure, it can impair fertility and lead to what is known as a "dry" orgasm.
Causes[edit]
The causes of ejaculation disorders are varied and can include psychological factors such as anxiety, depression, or stress; medical conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, or neurological disorders; and the use of certain medications. Lifestyle factors and certain types of surgeries, such as prostate surgery, can also contribute to these conditions.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of ejaculation disorders typically involves a detailed medical and sexual history, a physical examination, and sometimes laboratory tests to rule out underlying medical conditions. It is important for healthcare providers to approach the topic sensitively and comprehensively to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for ejaculation disorders depends on the underlying cause and may include behavioral therapy, medication, or changes in medication if a particular drug is contributing to the condition. Psychological counseling can also be beneficial, especially when the disorder is related to stress, anxiety, or other mental health issues.
See Also[edit]
External Links[edit]
