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  • Urology
  • Andrology
  • Sexual Medicine

Background:

  • Painful ejaculation, also known as dysorgasmia, is an underreported condition.
  • It significantly affects male quality of life, self-esteem, and sexual function.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the pathophysiology of ejaculation.
  • To explore the prevalence, etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of painful ejaculation.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive PubMed literature search.
  • Keywords included 'painful ejaculation', 'dysorgasmia', and related terms.

Main Results:

  • Prevalence ranges from 1% to 25% worldwide.
  • Etiologies include urinary tract infections, benign prostatic hyperplasia, ejaculatory duct obstruction, and post-prostatectomy complications.
  • Medications can also cause painful ejaculation.

Conclusions:

  • Diagnosis requires specific inquiry due to the sensitive nature of the symptom.
  • Treatment should be etiology-specific, with medical and surgical options available.
  • Further research is needed to establish diagnostic and treatment guidelines.