They did it because: Using lidocaine on the penis is a common method to reduce sensitivity and manage premature ejaculation, but using it for a long time or excessively carries risks that you should monitor. [1, 2, 3]
Key Medical Risks
• Tissue Toxicity: Prolonged, high-dose use of local anesthetics can cause localized tissue irritation, inflammation, or chemical dermatitis.
• Systemic Absorption: Lidocaine applied to mucous membranes or broken skin enters the bloodstream. Excessive amounts can lead to lidocaine toxicity, affecting the heart and central nervous system.
• Permanent Numbness: While rare, chronic misuse can potentially contribute to localized nerve desensitization or altered sensation over time.
• Partner Transfer: If the lidocaine is not washed off or if a condom is not used, the medication will transfer to your partner, numbing them and affecting their sexual experience. [4, 5, 6]
Safe Usage Guidelines
If you choose to continue using lidocaine for premature ejaculation, follow these safety steps to protect yourself and your partner:
• Apply Sparingly: Use only a small, pea-sized amount specifically formulated for premature ejaculation (such as a 4% or 5% lidocaine spray or cream).
• Target Correctly: Apply it only to the most sensitive areas, typically the glans (tip) and the frenulum (underside of the shaft just below the head).
• Time it Right: Apply the product 10 to 15 minutes before sexual activity to allow it to absorb.
• Wash it Off: Always wash the product off thoroughly right before intercourse, or apply a condom to prevent transferring the numbing effect to your partner. [13, 14, 15]
Next Steps and Alternatives
If you are experiencing persistent numbness, skin irritation, or erectile difficulties from this practice, stop using the lidocaine immediately and consult a doctor or urologist. [16, 17]
If you are using it to last longer in bed, consider discussing safer, long-term alternatives with a healthcare provider, such as pelvic floor exercises, behavioral techniques (the "start-stop" or "squeeze" methods), or prescription oral medications. [18, 19]
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[2] https://www.healthline.com/health/mens-health/ky-duration-spray
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[10] https://www.hims.com/blog/how-lidocaine-spray-for-premature-ejaculation-works
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[13] https://www.hims.com/blog/how-lidocaine-spray-for-premature-ejaculation-works
[14] https://www.uclahealth.org/medical-services/urology/mens-clinic-ucla/sexual-health/premature-ejaculation
[15] https://aneeq.co/blog/where-to-apply-delay-spray-for-better-sexual-control/
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[18] https://luzatomedicalgroup.com/how-a-urology-doctor-in-nyc-can-diagnose-and-treat-premature-ejaculation/
[19] https://www.hims.com/blog/how-to-last-longer-in-bed