Ejaculation disorders

Ejaculation Disorders

Ejaculation disorders are a group of conditions that affect the normal process of ejaculation in men. These disorders can cause significant distress and can affect a man's self-esteem and relationships.

Pronunciation

Ejaculation: /ɪˌdʒæk.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/ Disorders: /dɪˈsɔːrdərz/

Etymology

The term "ejaculation" comes from the Latin ejaculatio, which means "a throwing out". The term "disorder" comes from the Old French desordre, which means "lack of order or sequence".

There are three main types of ejaculation disorders:

1. Premature Ejaculation (/prɪˈmeɪ.tʃər ɪˌdʒæk.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/): This is the most common type of ejaculation disorder. It involves ejaculation that occurs before or shortly after sexual penetration, often with minimal sexual stimulation.

2. Delayed Ejaculation (/dɪˈleɪd ɪˌdʒæk.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/): This disorder involves a delay or absence of ejaculation despite adequate sexual stimulation.

3. Retrograde Ejaculation (/ˌrɛtrəʊˈɡreɪd ɪˌdʒæk.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/): This is a condition where semen enters the bladder instead of exiting through the penis during orgasm.

Each of these disorders can have different causes, including psychological issues, certain medications, and underlying medical conditions such as diabetes or prostate disease. Treatment options can include behavioral techniques, medication, and in some cases, surgery.

Related terms include sexual dysfunction, erectile dysfunction, and anorgasmia.