Andrology CURRENT DEFINITION AND TREATMENT OF PREMATURE EJACULATION
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OBJECTIVES: To discuss a concept about the current definition and treatment of premature ejaculation. METHODS: A detailed review was performed on the current definition and treatment of premature ejaculation. RESULTS: Several definitions were found, however a consensus on how to define premature ejaculation is lacking. In addition, there are several treatments: daily, on demand and topical agents. CONCLUSIONS: Premature ejaculation implicated three specific characteristics: short intravaginal ejaculatory latency time, lack of control, and sexual dissatisfaction.
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