Premature ejaculation is recurrent ejaculation with minimal sexual stimulation and before the person desires it, with little voluntary control. It may be present from the first sexual experience or develop later.
It is one of the most common sexual dysfunctions, and those who experience it often do not seek medical advice due to embarrassment or the belief that it cannot be treated. However, there are medical and behavioural approaches that can help.
A medical assessment distinguishes primary from acquired premature ejaculation, identifies contributing factors such as anxiety or concomitant erectile dysfunction, and guides the most appropriate treatment for each case.