I usually only last about 5 or 7 minutes maybe but I’ve heard that most other people last longer.  How do you know if theres something wrong?

5-7 minutes is not bad, man!  Lots of guys can’t even go 30 seconds.  I don’t even know if there is a “normal.”  Me, I guess I last about 5 minutes or so too.  Although this one time…

I agree, 5-7 minutes is not too bad at all.  I think it all depends with your partner.  For instance, my girlfriend has an issue where she literally cannot even “go” during sex.  She has never been able to, she can only orgasm during oral sex.  So in my case, a few minutes for her is all she needs.  But if I was with someone else for example, I may not want to be so selfish…

davids88 - 12 July 2009 12:02 AM

I usually only last about 5 or 7 minutes maybe but I’ve heard that most other people last longer.  How do you know if theres something wrong?

There is no official standard, really, when it comes to PE. For some men, lasting 5 to 7 minutes is sufficient, and they may not feel that they have a problem at all. Other men might feel the being able to last 15 minute isn’t long enough. In some cases, the issue of whether or not a man suffers from PE is largely subjective.

For other men, however, PE can be more chronic, and they may only be able to last 60 seconds or much less.

So there really is no “normal” length of time when it comes to your ability to last during sex. But if you’re not satisfied with the amount of control that you have over your ejaculation, and if you would like to explore treatment option to help you last longer, you should definitley make an appointment to come in and see a Boston Medical Group doctor. I believe you’ll be very surprised and satisfied with the results you can achieve.

—Chris

Hi everyone..

What if I only have a problem with premature ejaculation once every three times I have sex…or so? Is that “normal”?

JayR,

Premature Ejaculation (PE) is more normal than you might think. PE affects countless men, and in countless ways. Some men can never last more than a few seconds, and others, like yourself, seem to deal with it on an intermittent basis. So, you’re definitely not alone.

But you don’t have to accept it and live with it forever. There are many treatment options available to help you. When you have a moment, call us at 877-694-7344 so we can further discuss your situation and how a Boston Medical Group doctor can help.

I tried those numbing condoms and they worked, but I couldn’t feel anything because I was kinda numb down there.It kinda defeated the purpose.

Hoan,

I’ve tried those, too. I’ve also tried drinking before sex, but I don’t want to have to be intoxicated to perform.

JayR,

Yeah, if you get too drunk you won’t be able to get it up any way