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How to treat a poor erection?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am unable to achieve an erection during sexual intercourse. What could be the reason? I am suffering from erectile dysfunction.

Kindly help.

Answered by Dr. Raveendran S R

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Raveendran S R is a dedicated diabetes specialist and sexual medicine expert committed to providing evidence-based, confidential, and patient-centered care. With strong clinical and academic experience, he specializes in managing diabetes, erectile dysfunction, male infertility, performance concerns, and other men’s health conditions through structured and scientifically guided treatment approaches. Dr. Raveendran focuses on accurate diagnosis, personalized treatment plans, and long-term health improvement while ensuring patient comfort and privacy. Known for his compassionate and professional approach, he believes in clear communication and helping patients make informed decisions to improve their overall health, confidence, and quality of life.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I can understand your concern.

According to your complaints, you may be suffering from erectile dysfunction (ED). The reason for erectile dysfunction (ED) are:-

  1. Stress due to work or family-related and night duties.
  2. Depression.
  3. Varicocele.
  4. Fear of failure - Having one episode of erectile dysfunction once may make you feel you will end up with another episode of it.
  5. Low self-esteem (chronic masturbation).
  6. Homosexuality.
  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. Negative attitude towards your partner.
  11. Hormonal issue – thyroid issue, low testosterone.
  12. Long-term drug usage.
  13. Diabetes and hypertension.
  14. You need to check the Doppler penis, USG (ultrasonography) pelvis and scrotum, blood pressure, RBS (random blood sugar), (T3, T4), testosterone, and TSH. Share more details regarding the above reasons, we can work on diagnosis and treatment.

You need to plan for regular exercise and a proper diet. The list of exercises to be practiced are:-

  1. Kegel.
  2. Glute bridge.
  3. Reclined butterfly pose.
  4. Lying leg raise.
  5. Plank.
  6. Push up.
  7. Squat.
  8. Hip flexor lunge.
  9. Swimming.
  10. Running or fast walking for five minutes.
  11. Yoga.
  12. Consume foods like strawberry, apple, avocado, sweet potato, sesame seed, almond, garlic, and some chocolate.
  13. For a temporary solution, I suggest you can take tablet Mildfil 5 mg (Tadalafil 5 mg) twice a day.

I hope this has helped you. Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At November 6, 2023
Reviewed At January 17, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Raveendran S R is a dedicated diabetes specialist and sexual medicine expert committed to providing evidence-based, confidential, and patient-centered care. With strong clinical and academic experience, he specializes in managing diabetes, erectile dysfunction, male infertility, performance concerns, and other men’s health conditions through structured and scientifically guided treatment approaches. Dr. Raveendran focuses on accurate diagnosis, personalized treatment plans, and long-term health improvement while ensuring patient comfort and privacy. Known for his compassionate and professional approach, he believes in clear communication and helping patients make informed decisions to improve their overall health, confidence, and quality of life.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Raveendran S R is a dedicated diabetes specialist and sexual medicine expert committed to providing evidence-based, confidential, and patient-centered care. With strong clinical and academic experience, he specializes in managing diabetes, erectile dysfunction, male infertility, performance concerns, and other men’s health conditions through structured and scientifically guided treatment approaches. Dr. Raveendran focuses on accurate diagnosis, personalized treatment plans, and long-term health improvement while ensuring patient comfort and privacy. Known for his compassionate and professional approach, he believes in clear communication and helping patients make informed decisions to improve their overall health, confidence, and quality of life.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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