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Premature Ejaculation

This consultation costs €15.00.

Fill in the form and our doctors will contact you within 24 hours.

We offer you a consultation service based on a questionnaire, so that we can quickly and safely offer you a plan to deal with your premature ejaculation.

The treatments that are approved, and in some cases suggested, by our doctors are in line with best practice for Portuguese medicine. Please note, this service is for non-urgent cases.

If you are feeling unwell, please call 112 for urgent emergencies. Alternatively, you can contact SNS 24 for any non-urgent matters too.

If you have questions about your health problem or treatment, we advise you to schedule a Telephone Consultation or Video Appointment.

FAQ'S

Premature ejaculation is a male sexual dysfunction in which a man ejaculates earlier than desired during sexual activity, often with minimal sexual stimulation.

Premature ejaculation is a male sexual dysfunction in which a man ejaculates earlier than desired during sexual activity, often with minimal sexual stimulation.

Premature ejaculation can have physical, psychological causes or a combination of both. Factors such as anxiety, stress, relationship problems, penile hypersensitivity and hormonal imbalances can contribute to the condition.

There is no rigid definition of “normal” ejaculation time, as the desired duration may vary from person to person. However, ejaculation is generally considered premature if it occurs before the man or couple desires it.

Yes, premature ejaculation is one of the most common male sexual dysfunctions and can affect men of all ages.

Treatment of premature ejaculation may involve sexual therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, control techniques, medication and topical treatments. The treatment approach varies from person to person and is determined by the underlying cause of the condition.

There are self-help techniques that can be effective in treating premature ejaculation, such as the “start-stop” method and the “squeeze” method. However, if the condition persists, it is advisable to seek advice from a healthcare professional.

Premature ejaculation can often be treated successfully, allowing men to better control the timing of ejaculation. However, the result of treatment may vary from person to person.

If premature ejaculation is causing significant problems in the person's sex life or relationship, it is advisable to seek medical help or advice from a sex therapist. They can help determine the cause of the condition and recommend appropriate treatment.

Dr Alexandra Azevedo

Training: University of Barcelona
No. of doctors: 71409

Biography

Dr Alexandra Azevedo graduated in Medicine from the University of Barcelona in 2015, where she subsequently specialised in General Practice. During her training, she developed a strong interest in the approach to chronic pain, having completed an integrated master's degree in Medicine and Surgery with clinical research into pain management. Her professional experience includes several years of clinical practice in Spain, particularly in Catalonia, where she has had contact with a wide variety of pathologies and challenges, both in the emergency department and in primary healthcare.

She currently works as a family doctor at the ULS Braga. She has been a member of the medical-surgical emergency team at Vila Nova de Famalicão Hospital and has worked as a guest lecturer at the Nursing School of the University of Minho, teaching anatomy and physiology of the circulatory, respiratory and digestive systems.

Her main clinical interests include emergency medicine, chronic pain, depression and anxiety, as well as preventive medicine and the control of vascular risk factors. She is also dedicated to anti-smoking counselling and weight loss counselling, helping her patients to adopt healthier lifestyle habits. Her approach to care is based on a holistic vision, considering health as a balance between physical and psychological well-being.

Dr Alexandra stands out for her humanism and her ability to offer quick and effective solutions to minor problems, ensuring that her patients feel well looked after. At Médico na Net, she sees an opportunity to bring healthcare to more people in an accessible and convenient way.

Passionate about music and travelling, she loves getting to know different cultures and lifestyles, which enriches her view of the world and her medical practice. For her, medicine is not just a profession, but a real commitment to the well-being of the people she cares for. As she likes to say: "Health is the balance between physical and psychological well-being.