How common is premature ejaculation?

Just about every sexually active man has experienced premature ejaculation on occasion. It’s not considered as a diagnosis unless it happens almost all the time, and it causes distress and frustration. If you tend to avoid sexual intimacy because you’re worried about premature ejaculation, it’s time to have a frank discussion with your doctor. Don’t worry! Most doctors encounter weirder things than premature ejaculation every day. They won’t be fazed by your questions.