Patient's question:
When I have sex, I often lose my erection quickly. I don't know why, and because of this, I've become very self-conscious and lose interest in sex. I want to last longer during sex. What are the causes of premature ejaculation?Doctor's answer:
The causes of premature ejaculation are relatively numerous, including congenital abnormalities of the external genitalia such as phimosis and excessive prepuce; unhealthy sexual practices such as excessive or insufficient frequency, poor hygiene; neurological diseases such as multiple sclerosis, spinal tumors, and cerebrovascular accidents; hormonal imbalances and endocrine disorders such as diabetes; reproductive inflammation such as balanitis, urethritis, penile inflammation, and chronic prostatitis; and approximately 80% are directly or indirectly caused by psychological factors; long-term smoking, alcohol consumption, etc. The condition of premature ejaculation tends to recur, requiring long-term medication.