Delayed ejaculation refers to a difficulty or inability of a man to reach an orgasm and to ejaculate semen. The causes can be physical or psychological. Delayed ejaculation affects around 1 to 4 percent of men. It can result in distress for both the man and his partner. It can trigger anxiety about general health, low libido, and sexual dissatisfaction. Relationship problems include a fear of rejection for both parties and concern for couples who wish to start a family.
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Please be advised there are two sections on this topic, one by Dr. Stanley Ducharme, a sex therapist, and one by Dr. Ricardo Munarriz, a sexual medicine physician. For men, erectile dysfunction and ejaculatory problems are the most common sexual difficulties. With the introduction of Viagra however, problems of erectile dysfunction are much less frequent and more easily treated. In contrast, ejaculatory problems continue to be commonplace among men and often create feelings of shame and embarrassment for those men who struggle with this difficulty. When does an ejaculation problem become a disorder?
Having recently become engaged in a new relationship after being widowed for many years, I find no difficulty in obtaining and retaining an erection, but sometimes find I am unable to come to any conclusion. This is wonderful for my partner, as she can and does enjoy multiple orgasms, but a mutual orgasm would be welcome. Mutual simultaneous orgasm is much more unusual than people think, and at age 76, it's quite rare. In any case, you should see your doctor for a check-up and possibly some tests. You might be interested to know that there is an article on this site called retarded ejaculation.
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