Know How Our iCliniq Doctor Provided Assistance to a Patient Struggling With Addiction to Masturbation

A 21-year-old male patient contacted our iCliniq doctor expressing concerns about being addicted to masturbation. The patient, who is married and a university student, described experiencing a severe addiction to masturbation. He revealed that for the past two weeks, he has been engaging in the act almost daily, sometimes even twice a day. He mentioned that previously he used to masturbate only once a week, but the frequency has significantly increased recently. Despite not desiring to engage in masturbation, he expressed difficulty in controlling the behavior. The patient sought assistance from our iCliniq doctor to overcome his addiction to masturbation and requested guidance on how to do so.

After reviewing thepatient's concerns,ouriCliniqdoctorreassured him thatmasturbationis a normal activity and a form of sexual expression in the absence of a partner. Thedoctoreducated thepatientabout the positive aspects ofmasturbation, such as stress relief, mood enhancement, improved sleep, increased confidence, and potential prevention of depression and anxiety. Furthermore, thedoctoremphasized thatmasturbationdoes not cause harm to the penis and that engaging in it two or three times a week is generally not problematic. However, exceeding this frequency could lead to fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and a perception of decreased fertility. Thedoctorsuggested various strategies to reduce the desire formasturbation, including regular physical exercise, adjusting sleep patterns, acquiring sex education, cultivating spirituality, maintaining a healthy and balanced diet, and taking cold showers. To address thepatient's fatigue and decreased strength, thedoctoralso prescribed specific supplements.

OuriCliniqdoctorreceived a follow-up from thepatient, who reported significant improvement in hisaddictionsymptoms. Thepatientexpressed deep appreciation for thedoctor's attentive and compassionate approach, acknowledging the level of care and dedicationprovided. Thepatientspecifically valued thedoctor's kind and empathetic demeanor, which played a crucial role in helping him overcome hismasturbationaddiction.