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Impotency

Impotency is otherwise known as erectile dysfunction. Impotence occurs in men when there is improper erection necessary for having sexual intercourse, and it is not consistent. High cholesterol, high blood pressure, obesity, and heart disease can also cause impotence in men. Stress and anxiety are also common causes.

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How do I improve my sexual life?

Query: Hello doctor, I am 24 years old male. I weigh 43 kg and I have problem in having sex. How do I improve my sexual life?  Read Full »


Dr. Amit Kumar

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I would like to ask you a few questions. Since how long have you been suffering from this problem? What kind of sex problem do you have, erection problem or premature ejaculation? Do you have nightfall too? Is there any kind of stress in your life? Are you a smoker or n...  Read Full »

What are the ways to reduce masturbation?

Query: Hello doctor,I am a 30-year-old male. I have questions about masturbation and its effects on health. I would like to know some effective strategies for managing or reducing masturbation. I would also like to learn about common misconceptions or myths surrounding masturbation and receive recommendati...  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. Masturbation is a natural behavior that is completely normal and is also a part of sexual behavior. Masturbation is actually beneficial for health if done at a frequency of about two to three times a week. More than that may have adverse effect...  Read Full »

What are the causes and management of erectile dysfunction?

Query: Hi doctor, I feel like I have erectile dysfunction because I get hard spontaneous erections with stress in my penis, but I cannot maintain hardness in masturbation. So I will be thankful for your advice.  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern about your symptoms. However, according to your complaints, you may have erectile dysfunction. Reasons for erectile dysfunction are stress due to work or family-related, night duties, Depression, Varicocele, Fear of failure - Having one epi...  Read Full »

Will taking medicine for OCD cause impotence or loss in sexual desire?

Query: Hi doctor, I am having OCD, stress, anxiety and anorexia issues for the last 15 years. I am taking Nexito 20 mg and Lonazep 0.5 mg as per psychiatrist advice. My sexual desires were always good. I am doing masturbation for the last 22 years and also had intercourse with my girlfriend two to three ti...  Read Full »


Dr. Purushottam Sah

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You are not impotent. You were fine with Nexito (Escitalopram) and Lonazep (Clonazepam). But, after taking new OCD medicines your problem started. You will be alright once you stop the new one. So, continue Nexito and Lonazep. Benfomega is a nutrient and as such no harm...  Read Full »

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