Patient's question:
My boyfriend and I had sex again three months after we started dating, and I quickly experienced premature ejaculation. I want to ask if there is a specific definition of premature ejaculation in medicine? I want to know what premature ejaculation is and if it can be treated.Doctor's answer:
Actually, when it comes to premature ejaculation, there is no precise medical definition. During sexual activity, if the duration of intercourse is shorter than three minutes or if one cannot enjoy their sexual needs, it is considered premature ejaculation or a problem with sexual performance, although the severity may vary. Some men may experience ejaculation again just upon touching the female vagina, which is classified as severe premature ejaculation. If the duration is longer but still shorter than three minutes, it is still premature ejaculation but to a lesser extent. The condition of premature ejaculation tends to be recurrent, requiring long-term medication.