How does the doctor make a diagnosis of premature ejaculation?

The diagnosis of premature ejaculation is based on the individual’s history. The history and the initial interview are the most difficult part of the entire process as intimate sexual details are revealed. However, frank details about the problem can lead to the most effective treatment. In order to diagnose the cause, sexually intimate questions may involve your:

• religious upbringing
• early sexual experiences
• past and present sexual relationships
• when premature ejaculation started
• conflicts or concerns within your current relationship
• feelings of guilt, anxiety as related to performance
• use of medications
• illicit drug use