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I have an erection problem during my wife's fertile window. Can I take Viagra?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

My wife and I were trying to conceive. The pressure to perform during her fertile window is impacting my ability to get erect. I usually have no problems. Is there any risk to the sperm or baby if I take a small dose of Viagra during her fertile window?
Answered by Dr. Sameer Kumar

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Dr. Sameer Kumar is a highly qualified Obstetrician and Gynecologist and Infertility specialist with more than two decades of clinical experience. He has completed his postgraduate training in Obstetrics and Gynecology and also specializes in infertility management. Dr. Kumar is dedicated to women’s health, offering expert care in pregnancy, reproductive health, and fertility treatments. His patient-centered approach combines medical expertise with compassionate support to ensure the best outcomes for his patients. Note: If you don't want go opt for IVF and spend lakhs, then you must contact me as i specialize in medical infertility treatment for both male and female. Results have been really encouraging and statistics speak for itself, about 2000 couples helped and avoided IVF.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand what you must be going through; however, if your sperm counts are normal and it is just performance anxiety based erectile dysfunction, you can safely take Viagra 25 mg an hour before the act. It would improve the local blood circulation and would not affect sperm quality or production in any manner.

Regards.

Patient's Query

Thank you, doctor, for your reply.

I read from some studies 15 years ago, which suggested that Viagra can make it harder for sperm to penetrate the egg. Is this true?

Answered by Dr. Sameer Kumar

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sameer Kumar is a highly qualified Obstetrician and Gynecologist and Infertility specialist with more than two decades of clinical experience. He has completed his postgraduate training in Obstetrics and Gynecology and also specializes in infertility management. Dr. Kumar is dedicated to women’s health, offering expert care in pregnancy, reproductive health, and fertility treatments. His patient-centered approach combines medical expertise with compassionate support to ensure the best outcomes for his patients. Note: If you don't want go opt for IVF and spend lakhs, then you must contact me as i specialize in medical infertility treatment for both male and female. Results have been really encouraging and statistics speak for itself, about 2000 couples helped and avoided IVF.

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Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

The generic of Viagra is Sildenafil, and the role of Sildenafil is vasodilation of local penile arteries causing increased blood circulation leading to high blood flow in corpus spongiosum layer of penis, and engorgement of the same leading to an erection. Sperms are manufactured in testis and in seminiferous tubules, supplied by thin capillaries guarded by membranes, not allowing large Sildenafil molecules to pass through it. The studies have been done, and hence it is termed safe during intercourse and even for infertile couples.

Regards.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Preetha. J
Published At October 31, 2020
Reviewed At November 6, 2020

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sameer Kumar is a highly qualified Obstetrician and Gynecologist and Infertility specialist with more than two decades of clinical experience. He has completed his postgraduate training in Obstetrics and Gynecology and also specializes in infertility management. Dr. Kumar is dedicated to women’s health, offering expert care in pregnancy, reproductive health, and fertility treatments. His patient-centered approach combines medical expertise with compassionate support to ensure the best outcomes for his patients. Note: If you don't want go opt for IVF and spend lakhs, then you must contact me as i specialize in medical infertility treatment for both male and female. Results have been really encouraging and statistics speak for itself, about 2000 couples helped and avoided IVF.

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Dr. Preetha J. is a proficient Dental Surgeon with expertise in cosmetic dentistry, restorative procedures, root canal treatments, and oral surgery. She is known for her gentle approach, precision, and commitment to patient comfort. Dr. Preetha combines advanced dental techniques with personalized care to ensure optimal oral health and aesthetic results, helping patients achieve confident, healthy smiles. Currently, she contributes her expertise as a valuable member of the medical reviewer team at iCliniq.com. 

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Dr. Sameer Kumar
Dr. Sameer Kumar

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sameer Kumar is a highly qualified Obstetrician and Gynecologist and Infertility specialist with more than two decades of clinical experience. He has completed his postgraduate training in Obstetrics and Gynecology and also specializes in infertility management. Dr. Kumar is dedicated to women’s health, offering expert care in pregnancy, reproductive health, and fertility treatments. His patient-centered approach combines medical expertise with compassionate support to ensure the best outcomes for his patients. Note: If you don't want go opt for IVF and spend lakhs, then you must contact me as i specialize in medical infertility treatment for both male and female. Results have been really encouraging and statistics speak for itself, about 2000 couples helped and avoided IVF.

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