Have Pain After Ejaculation?

Overview of Pain After Ejaculation

Experiencing pain after ejaculation can really ruin your big moment. This annoying symptom can quickly put a damper on your sex life, so you probably don’t want to live with forever. Here’s some information about the causes and how to diagnose and treat pain after ejaculation so you can get your sex life back on track.

First off, pay attention to any other symptoms occurring alongside pain after ejaculation. When caused by an STD such as trichomoniasis, for example, you may experience a weird penile discharge, swollen testicle(s), or a burning sensation upon urination.

Possible Causes of Pain After Ejaculation

Several different conditions can cause pain after ejaculation including the following:

• Sexually transmitted diseases are caused by unprotected oral, anal, or vaginal sex.
  • Trichomoniasis most commonly causes pain after ejaculation compared to other STDs.
  • Gonorrhea and chlamydia can also cause similar symptoms.
• Erectile dysfunction, the ability to achieve and maintain an erection.
• Urethritis or urinary tract infection, a bacterial infection of the urethra.

Diagnosing Pain After Ejaculation

When experiencing pain after ejaculation, STD testing can help diagnose symptoms. Painful ejaculation or even a slight burning after ejaculation can often be a symptom of trichomoniasis, a parasitic STD. When caused by trichomoniasis, other symptoms may include a mild discharge or irritation inside the penis. Trichomoniasis symptoms are often similar to gonorrhea and chlamydia symptoms, so STD testing for all three diseases is recommended.

If STD comes back with a negative result, an erectile dysfunction or a urinary tract infection may be causing pain after ejaculation. A doctor may be able to help diagnose the cause.

Treating Pain After Ejaculation

When caused by trichomoniasis or other STDs, a doctor will prescribe medication to treat the condition. Trichomoniasis is typically treated with metronidazole, while other STDs require different antibiotics. Be sure to avoid any sexual activity until treatment has been completed. All partners should take an STD test whether or not they are experiencing symptoms.

If caused by a UTI, a doctor will prescribe antibiotics. An erectile dysfunction may be caused by an underlying condition which a doctor will diagnose and treat accordingly.