Hello,
Painful ejaculation can be a scary experience but it is a relatively common symptom.
It is also highly treatable and can be the first symptom of another problem, such as swelling in the prostate.
A wide range of conditions can cause painful ejaculation. In most men,
pain during ejaculation is due to a medical condition.
A condition called benign
prostatic hyperplasia, which causes the prostate to enlarge may also affect ejaculation.
Men with
BPH may also experience painful or difficult urination or frequent urges to urinate.
Male doctor speaking to the male patient. An examination may include questions about medications, relationships, and mental health.
Treatment for painful ejaculation depends on the cause. In most cases, treating the underlying cause also fixes symptoms of painful ejaculation. Some treatment options may include:
1. Antibiotics to treat a
prostate infection
2. Switching medications if the culprit is a drug
3. Surgery to treat
prostate cancer and other prostate problems
4.
Psychotherapy and lifestyle changes to address relationship and emotional problems.
When treatment fails, some other strategies may be tried such as
pelvic floor exercises to strengthen the muscles involved in ejaculation.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Prabhash Verma, General & Family Physician