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Review
. 2015 Nov;104(5):1082-8.
doi: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2015.09.029. Epub 2015 Oct 9.

Delayed orgasm and anorgasmia

Lawrence C Jenkins  1 , John P Mulhall  2
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Review

Delayed orgasm and anorgasmia

Lawrence C Jenkins et al. Fertil Steril. 2015 Nov.

Abstract

Delayed orgasm/anorgasmia defined as the persistent or recurrent difficulty, delay in, or absence of attaining orgasm after sufficient sexual stimulation, which causes personal distress. Delayed orgasm and anorgasmia are associated with significant sexual dissatisfaction. A focused medical history can shed light on the potential etiologies, which include medications, penile sensation loss, endocrinopathies, penile hyperstimulation, and psychological etiologies. Unfortunately, there are no excellent pharmacotherapies for delayed orgasm/anorgasmia, and treatment revolves largely around addressing potential causative factors and psychotherapy.

Keywords: Delayed orgasm; anorgasmia; delayed ejaculation; inhibited orgasm; retarded orgasm.

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