If sex ends sooner than you want, you’re not alone. Premature ejaculation affects about 20–30% of men at some point. It can feel embarrassing, but there are clear, practical fixes you can try tonight and medical options that work long term.
Start-stop and squeeze are two simple methods you can do with a partner. With start-stop, stimulate until you feel close, pause until the urge drops, then resume. Squeeze means you or your partner gently presses the penis where the head meets the shaft for several seconds until the feeling eases. Both need practice but many men see quick gains. Try slower breathing and longer foreplay to lower arousal. Condoms or thicker condoms reduce sensitivity; topical numbing creams also work but watch for partner numbness and follow instructions.
Pelvic floor exercises help too. Tighten the pelvic muscles you use to stop urine, hold five seconds, relax five seconds, repeat ten times, three times a day. Over weeks you’ll gain control during sex. Also try pacing sex more often; regular sexual activity or masturbation before sex can reduce oversensitivity.
If these steps don’t help after a month or two, talk to a doctor or sexual health specialist. There are approved meds like dapoxetine for quick-onset PE and off-label options such as certain SSRIs that delay ejaculation. Some men combine medication with behavioral therapy for the best results. Counseling helps when anxiety, relationship stress, or past trauma play a role.
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Talk openly with your partner—simple honest talk removes pressure and lets you try techniques together. Track progress with short notes: what worked, what didn’t, and how long sex lasted. Small wins build confidence. Avoid excessive alcohol or recreational drugs as they can worsen performance.
If you have medical issues like diabetes, prostate problems, or nerve damage, addressing those can improve ejaculation timing. A full check-up helps rule out physical causes.
Small steps add up. Start with at-home methods, add pelvic exercises, and see a clinician if you need stronger tools. You don’t have to accept awkward sex—practical steps and honest communication can change things fast.
Try a simple four-week plan: week one, practice start-stop twice a week and pelvic exercises daily; week two, add squeeze during partnered sessions and longer foreplay; week three, use condoms for sensitivity reduction and continue exercises; week four, assess progress, note improvements, and decide if you want to consult a doctor. Many men see measurable gains within a month when they stick to the plan.
If medication is considered, a doctor will review your health, possible side effects, and drug interactions. Sex therapists and couples counselors teach exercises and communication skills. They help you build confidence and realistic expectations fast too
Small changes often lead to big improvements. Be consistent, track progress, and get help
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