There are many things that strengthen a relationship. Sex can be used as a tool to make a relationship strong. However, there are many times partners feel pain during sex. Some men feel pain during ejaculation which undermines their self-esteem which turns their life’s pleasure into a source of frustration. The pain is focused in and around the penis. For most men, the pain will come either before, during or after ejaculation. Here are five reasons you feel pain when ejaculating:
ProstatitisProstatitis is the swelling and inflammation of the prostate. Usually, this could be caused by a prostate infection, nerve damage, urinary tract infection or even trauma. A man who has prostatitis will experience painful ejaculations.
MedicationPeople should always be careful when using antidepressant medications. Such medications are known to cause pain during ejaculation. If you are taking certain types of antidepressants and experiencing pain during ejaculation, talk to your doctor to make a change in your doctor to make changes in your medications.
Emotional and relationship issuesLife situations that cause depression, anxiety and tension will have a negative impact on a person’s sexual performance thus causing painful ejaculations. When you have emotional and relationship issues with your partner, this could also cause painful ejaculations.
STIsSexually transmitted diseases such as chlamydia and trichomoniasis are commonly associated with painful ejaculation. You should see a doctor if you suspect to have any kind of a sexually transmitted infection which could be the reason you are having painful ejaculations.
SurgerySome surgery types like radical prostatectomy (a procedure to remove part or all of the prostate tissues) which is used to treat prostate cancer could be the reasons you are experiencing painful ejaculation.