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I have used Sildenafil tablets for over eight months, and I still find it difficult to have an erection. Please help.

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Hi doctor,

I am 36 years old. I am suffering from erectile dysfunction. I have used Sildenafil tablets for over eight months, and right now, I find it difficult to have an erection, and when I do, it does not last long. I have been having issues with erections for the past four years.

I used some medications and a skater herb as I am studying and not always around my wife.

Please help.

Thank you.
Answered by Dr. Purushottam Sah

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MBBS

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Dr. Purushottam Sah is an experienced Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health, pregnancy care, and the management of gynecological disorders. His expertise spans antenatal and postnatal care, high-risk pregnancy management, infertility evaluation, and advanced gynecological surgeries. He is proficient in both preventive and curative aspects of women’s health, ensuring safe deliveries, accurate diagnoses, and effective treatments. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, he is committed to supporting women at every stage of life, promoting wellness, and improving overall quality of care.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

Erection problems can be due to lifestyle factors like alcohol, smoking, or being overweight. It may also be due to any major illness or some medicines. Often it can be due to stress or anxiety or blood abnormalities, for which you need to do blood tests, such as

  1. Hb (hemoglobin).
  2. TC (total count).
  3. DC (differential count).
  4. Fasting blood sugar.
  5. Prolactin.
  6. TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone).
  7. Testosterone.

Walking for half an hour daily will help. For example, if you are in an office job, get up from your chair every half hour and walk around for five minutes. It will help circulation in the penis.

Some couples practice a fertile period or ovulation method for sex, which stresses the partner by turning a pleasurable activity into a task, which leads to an erection problem. However, it can be overcome easily if they forget the ovulation time and have sex all through the month whenever possible.

Blood tests will help determine the cause, and taking only Sildenafil is ineffective. You will need dopaminergic medicines too.

I hope it helps.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At September 24, 2022
Reviewed At May 29, 2026

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Purushottam Sah is an experienced Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health, pregnancy care, and the management of gynecological disorders. His expertise spans antenatal and postnatal care, high-risk pregnancy management, infertility evaluation, and advanced gynecological surgeries. He is proficient in both preventive and curative aspects of women’s health, ensuring safe deliveries, accurate diagnoses, and effective treatments. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, he is committed to supporting women at every stage of life, promoting wellness, and improving overall quality of care.

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Dr. Purushottam Sah
Dr. Purushottam Sah

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Purushottam Sah is an experienced Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health, pregnancy care, and the management of gynecological disorders. His expertise spans antenatal and postnatal care, high-risk pregnancy management, infertility evaluation, and advanced gynecological surgeries. He is proficient in both preventive and curative aspects of women’s health, ensuring safe deliveries, accurate diagnoses, and effective treatments. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, he is committed to supporting women at every stage of life, promoting wellness, and improving overall quality of care.

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