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How to fix erectile dysfunction and poor erection?

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Published At July 22, 2023
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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have had erectile dysfunction issues from the day I got married and I can not maintain an erection during foreplay. What could be the reason?

Kindly help.

Answered by Dr. Raveendran S R

Hello,

We will pay close attention to your worries and address your questions with utmost care.

According to your complaints, you may be suffering from erectile dysfunction. Reason for erectile dysfunction (ED).

  1. Stress due to work or family-related, night duties – plan for regular exercise and yoga.
  2. Depression.
  3. Varicocele: Ultrasound scrotum can help diagnose.
  4. Fear of failure: Having one episode of ED once may make you feel you will end up with ED.
  5. Low self-esteem (chronic masturbation).
  6. Homosexuality: Not attracted to the same sex.
  7. Religious constraints.
  8. Smoking and alcohol.
  9. Long-term illness: Cardiac disease, thyroid disease, kidney disease, or any other disease with long-term medication.
  10. Simple vitamin deficiency: You can take multivitamins.
  11. Negative attitude towards your partner.
  12. Hormonal issue: Thyroid issue, low testosterone, increased prolactin.
  13. Long-term drug usage.
  14. Diabetes and hypertension.
  15. I suggest you to follow a few instructions mentioned below.

    1. Need to check Doppler penis, USG (ultrasonography) pelvis, scrotum, blood pressure, testosterone, and TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone).
    2. You need to plan for regular exercise and a proper diet.
    3. List of exercises: Basic exercises like Kegels, squats, yoga, running, or fast walking for 5 minutes.
    4. Missionary sex possession: Planks, push-ups, mountain climbers, glute bridges.
    5. Standing sex position: Bicep curls, pull-ups, jump squats.
    6. Doggy style: Jump squats, walking lunge.
    7. Eat strawberry, apple, avocado, sweet potato, sesame seed, almond, garlic, and chocolate.
    8. I hope this has helped you. Thank you.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Raveendran S R
Dr. Raveendran S R

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