Published on: 6/20/2025
What treatments are available for painful ejaculation?
Painful ejaculation can be treated with medications, surgery, or therapy, depending on the cause. It's important to talk to a doctor to find the right treatment.
Explanation
Painful ejaculation can be distressing, but there are ways to help. Treatment depends on what is causing the pain. Some common treatments include:
Medications: Doctors might prescribe medications to help reduce pain or treat underlying conditions that cause painful ejaculation.
Surgery: In some cases, surgery may be needed to fix physical problems that are causing the pain.
Therapy and Lifestyle Changes: Sometimes, therapy or changes in habits can help, especially if stress or anxiety is involved.
It's important to see a doctor to find out what is causing the pain and to get the right treatment. They can help figure out which option is best for you.
(References)
- Waqar M, Omar K, Moubasher A, Brunckhorst O, & Ahmed K. (2020). Painful Ejaculation - An Ignored Symptom. Cureus, 33269171.
- Delavierre D, Sibert L, Rigaud J, & Labat JJ. (2014). [Painful ejaculation]. Progres en urologie : journal de l'Association francaise d'urologie et de la Societe francaise d'urologie, 24861680.
- Chen T, Mulloy EA, & Eisenberg ML. (2022). Medical Treatment of Disorders of Ejaculation. The Urologic clinics of North America, 35428428.
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