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Sexual Health

The physical, mental, and social well-being of one's sexuality comes under sexual health. It includes prevention of sexually transmitted diseases and dysfunction, and education about safe sex.

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Please explain how regular exercise can positively impact libido.

Query: Hi doctor, I am interested in ways to enhance intimacy in my relationship. Can you provide insights into how regular exercise might positively impact libido and overall sexual health? Additionally, are there specific types of exercises or lifestyle changes that could be incorporated to promote a hea...  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com, I can understand your concern. Regular exercise can have a significant impact on both libido and overall sexual health. Exercise improves blood circulation throughout the body, including the genital area. This increased blood flow can enhance arousal and sexual respons...  Read Full »

I have had low libido and erectile dysfunction. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 29-year-old male have symptoms of failing to initiate or maintain an erection in the past three months. I also have low libido. I have no comorbid conditions, and I am not on any medicines. Please help. Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Low libido has many reasons, such as: Urine infections. Diabetes and hypertension. Hormonal disturbances. Obesity. Can be due to vitamin deficiency. High cholesterol. Chronic disease or on any chronic medication. Anxiety can also...  Read Full »

I cannot maintain an erection during sex with my partner. Why?

Query: Hi doctor,I cannot maintain an erection during sex with my partner. I think I could not satisfy my partner.Please help.   Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern about your symptoms. According to your complaints, you may be suffering from erectile dysfunction (ED). Reasons for erectile dysfunction include: Stress, work, or family-related duties. Depression. Varicocele. Fear of failur...  Read Full »

What can be the reason for lack of libido after discontinuing Risperdal?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 33-year-old male with height 180 cm, and weight 85 kg. I always been healthy. I do not have symptoms of depressions. I took Risperdal to treat minor vocal tics, and I have OCD. Now I have been off Risperdal for five months and still no libido, no sex drive. I searched for post-S...  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The drug you used Risperdal contains Risperidone an atypical antipsychotics and it has an effect on libido, but it will wear off when you stop taking medicine. So we need to find other reason causing low libido such as, 1. Decreased sensation in your penis. 2. ...  Read Full »

Can masturbation cause problem during thrusting in sex?

Query: Hello doctor,I have been masturbating for three years, and I was wondering if it is going to cause me any problems during thrusting in sex because in masturbation there is no thrusting, it is just stroking back and forth. Kindly suggest.  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Masturbation is normal, ninety-five percent of males do that (out of a hundred male ninety-five males) it is just another way of having sex without a partner. It is a good practice and has the following benefits: 1. It helps to relieve st...  Read Full »

I have pain in my uncircumcised penis. Can natural remedies provide relief and help with foreskin retraction?

Query: Hello Doctor, I am a 26-year-old male having pain in my penis for the last two days. I have an uncircumcised penis, and I had a similar pain two months ago, which decreased after taking the tablet Zerodol SP for a day. However, the pain has returned in the past two days. I am thinking if uncircumci...  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understood your concern. It can be due to: Phimosis: Tight foreskin causing pain and discomfort (please share a picture for better understanding) - on the side and below. Short frenulum: This can also cause this issue (please share...  Read Full »

Can I stop my precum leak by wearing tight underwear?

Query: Hi, I am worried that my precum may leak when I wear pants without underwear and make someone pregnant. So I wear really tight underwear, and it makes me very uncomfortable. Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. No need to worry. The sperms can not travel through different layers of clothes and make someone pregnant. So you must wear proper clothes from now on and need not worry. The pre-ejaculatory fluid (PEF) or precum is a nor...  Read Full »

I am not able to enjoy sex, eating, taking a hot bath, or being with friends and family. What could be the reason?

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 27-year-old female. Over the past year, I have been unable to have pleasure from sex, eating, taking a hot bath, or being with friends and family. I find this lack of pleasure to be depressing. I do not enjoy sex, foreplay or even just cuddling as I feel only an uncomfortable ache...  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your first query consult is on us! I can understand your concern Low Libido can have many reasons. It can be due to infections like urinary infections. You can do a complete urine analysis and ultrasound of the pelvis in order to diagnose it. Diabetes and hyperten...  Read Full »

I am an 18-year-old boy with difficulty experiencing pleasure during intercourse and dark bruises on my penile skin due to excessive masturbation habits. Kindly help.

Query: Hello doctor, I am an 18-year-old boy, and I recently had my first sexual experience. However, it did not go as expected. Initially, I faced difficulty in correctly using a condom due to excess skin. Additionally, during intercourse, I struggled to experience pleasure and sensitivity. Unlike masturb...  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I read your query and understood your concern. Firstly, I would like to inform you that the first-time experience of intercourse can often come with unexpected challenges, which is normal. Rest assured that things will improve as you move f...  Read Full »

I am experiencing a low sex drive and poor erection. Why?

Query: Hello doctor,I am a 35-year-old male. I have been noticing some concerning changes in my body over the past few months and I suspect it might be related to hormonal changes. I have been experiencing decreased sex drive, poor erection, and fatigue. I am starting to worry about the impact on my overal...  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Low libido has reasons Infections – can be due to urine infection (can do urine complete and ultrasound of pelvis) to diagnose the cause. Diabetes, hypertension – make sure blood pressure and blood sugar are...  Read Full »

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