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Answered by Dr. Pandey Saurabh Hridaynarayan

I am a football player. Will masturbation affect my stamina and strength in legs?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This is a very controversial topic you have asked about. So I am going to share some research-backed information that will help you solve your doubt. In ancient times, abstinence was considered the best method to ensure athletic performance and communion between body and spirit. Roman, Greek and Indian scholars believed that great sacrifices could sustain success.

June 9, 2026

Can a recurring fever indicate a risk of COVID-19?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you have described your symptoms such as recurring fever, which subsides temporarily on taking medication and comes back again, there could be various reasons associated with it. Please answer the following questions, which will help me to diagnose you better. Do you also have chills along with fever? Does fever comes at any specific time like evening or night? Do you have any other symptoms associated with fever (like cough, altered taste or smell)? Have you come in contact with any positive COVID-19 patient knowingly or unknowingly? Do you have any allergies? What is the environmental condition where you live right now?.

November 25, 2025

What are the benefits of gene therapy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As a doctor, I am excited to share with you a revolutionary approach to fighting cancer: gene therapy. This innovative treatment uses genes to combat cancer cells, offering new possibilities for patients. Gene therapy involves introducing healthy copies of a gene into cells to replace faulty or missing ones. This helps the cells function normally again, which can aid in fighting cancer.

November 4, 2025

What is the best treatment for my obesity and joint pain?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. A few strategies to manage obesity include the following: Dietary changes: Restrict caloric intake, maintain a balanced diet with plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein, and limit sugary drinks, fast food, and processed snacks. Incorporate physical activity: Aim for 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity exercise per week. Include strength training, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), and aerobic exercises.

June 8, 2025

I have tingling sensation in my neck and back which reduce on stretching the neck. Why?

Hello, Welcome to our portal. Your query will be addressed properly and you will be provided with best of the treatment, I assure you that. Now Coming to your condition, your BMI (26.2) comes in preobese category which could be one of the cause of tingling sensation because weight puts more pressure on your spine and your bad posture may add up to your condition. Do you spent lots of time in front of screen like mobile or laptop? Given your medication history, are you taking it for asthma? Which other medications have you taken for it before? Is it under control? I can prescribe you proper drugs and exercise, but I have a few questions about your condition that need to be asked. If you can join me for the follow up, or hotline chat, it will help me to analyze you properly and you will be fine with proper guidance.

April 23, 2025

Are potatoes good for weight loss?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. White potatoes are a good source of fiber, potassium, and vitamin C but have a high glycemic index, which may contribute to weight gain and insulin resistance. Sweet potatoes (rich in antioxidants, vitamins A and C, and fiber), yams (high in sugar and calories), purple potatoes (high in antioxidants and fiber), and red potatoes (a good source of fiber, potassium, and vitamin C) are the types of potatoes in which the harms are not significant except white potatoes. Related products: French fries, potato chips, mashed potatoes, potato juice, and potato starch are all products with potential health risks.

September 22, 2024

What steps should I take to solve my erection problem?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I read your query, and having erection trouble from time to time is not necessarily a cause for concern. However, if erectile dysfunction is an ongoing issue, it can cause stress, affect your self-confidence, and contribute to relationship problems. Problems getting or keeping an erection can also signify an underlying health condition that needs treatment and a risk factor for heart disease (but you are just 17, so this risk is negligible). Male sexual arousal is a complex process that involves the brain, hormones, emotions, nerves, muscles, and blood vessels. Erectile dysfunction can result from a problem with any of these.

January 18, 2024

What are the possibilities of transmitting HSV-2 from an infected woman to a man?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern regarding HSV (herpes simplex virus). It spreads through oral, vaginal, or anal sex. It may spread even if you do not see them with blisters. It can also spread to other parts of the body including eyes, lips, mouth, and by touching open blisters.

January 17, 2024

I have dark hair growing around nipples, abdomen, and belly button. Is it a hormonal problem?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Hairs on the body of females occur in relation to many disorders. In 2 to 4% of cases, it occurs normally and it does not occur in relation to anything. Mostly, it is caused due to PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome). As your periods are normal without having pain during menstruation, then there is a least chance for you to have it.

January 9, 2024

I have loss of smell and taste without fever. Does this indicate COVID-19 infection?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and by the nature of symptoms it appears to me as symptoms of COVID-19. There are various studies that shows, for some people, loss of smell and taste may be the first red flag that they are infected or even the only symptom. Up to 80% of people who test positive for COVID-19 have subjective complaints of smell or taste loss. I would suggest you to get a test done.

December 27, 2023

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