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Low Libido

The decreased interest in sexual activity in both men and women is called low libido. Usually, there is a decrease in sexual desires as the person ages, and it is also normal to lose interest from time to time. But low libido due to an underlying illness like low production of sex hormones, sexual diseases, etc., is not healthy.

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Why do I not experience pleasure when I ejaculate?

Query: Hello doctor, I am an 18-year-old boy. I want to ask why I do not experience pleasure when I ejaculate. How can I treat it?   Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq, and thank you for choosing us as your provider for health care. I have gone through all your details and can understand your concern. This can be due to: Infections: It could be a result of a urinary infection (conduct a urine complete test and a pelvic ultrasound for ...  Read Full »

How can I wean from Veniz XR safely without withdrawal symptoms?

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 23 year old male. Currently, I am taking 225 mg Veniz XR for depression. I am taking it for the past 6 years. My problem is ED. For the past one year, I am suffering from erectile dysfunction. Please suggest me some medicine. I am unmarried. Can I use Sildenafil for one night stan...  Read Full »


Dr. Seikhoo Bishnui

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, drugs like Sildenafil or Tadalafil can be used on SOS basis (as and when required). These drugs if used about half to one hour before intercourse can help to improve the erection and will make hard erection.Veniz XR (Venlafaxine) can increase adrenergic output and...  Read Full »

I am concerned about the size of my penis. Please advise.

Query: Hello doctor,I do not feel like having sex, and I am also concerned about the size of my penis. What can I do to address these issues? Please help me with guidance on the matter.Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Vandana Andrews

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have read your query, and I can understand your concern.If you are experiencing a lack of interest in sex or low libido, several factors could contribute to this, such as stress, anxiety, relationship issues, medication side effects, or underlying medical conditions. R...  Read Full »

My husband is scared and lacks urge during sex. Kindly help.

Query: Hello doctor,My husband seems scared during sex, and I feel he lacks sex urges. It has been one year, and he is often nervous when I ask for sex. Please help.Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. The reasons behind your husband's low libido can be many. Infections like urine infection, Diabetes or hypertension. Hormonal disturbances like low testosterone, low levels of thyroid, and high prolactin levels. Obesity. High choleste...  Read Full »

How to overcome erectile dysfunction in our relationship?

Query: Hello doctor, My boyfriend and I are facing a challenge regarding erectile dysfunction in our relationship. We have been together for five years, engaged for the last two years, and maintaining a long-distance relationship. We are both 30 years old and committed to a healthy lifestyle. Lately, my p...  Read Full »


Dr. Vedprakash Verma

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It appears that the issue at hand is related to a low libido. Low libido can be influenced by various aspects of your health and life. To effectively address it, it is essential to identify potential contributing factors: Mental health: Anxiety and depression can s...  Read Full »

I have low libido and poor erection. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, I want to discuss a sexual problem. I do not feel the desire to have sex. Although I try to have sex and also get an erection, I am unable to ejaculate. After some time, the erection just goes away without any ejaculation. I like to do foreplay but never really interested in sex as lon...  Read Full »


Dr. Purushottam Sah

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your problem is treatable. It is called anejaculation. If you are taking any psychiatric medicine then your problem may be due to that. Psychiatric and sexual problems are mostly related. If you ejaculate in sleep then your problem is likely a psychological one. Your t...  Read Full »

I am experiencing a lack of sexual arousal. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 25-year-old woman. I have been experiencing a lack of sexual arousal for nearly three years now. I am using lubricants and still, I do not feel anything good. When I was younger, I did not have this problem. I also have PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome). I am currently taking vi...  Read Full »


Dr. Vandana Andrews

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. There can be various factors that contribute to a lack of arousal or difficulty experiencing pleasure during sexual activity. It is important to understand that sexual arousal is a complex process influenced by phy...  Read Full »

I have decreased erectile function and libido. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 52-year-old male. I am suffering from decreased erectile function and decreased libido. Also, my triglyceride and estradiol levels are high. Free testosterone 11.65 pg/ml, total testosterone 649 ng/dl, serum estradiol 70.45 pg/ml, height 5’9”, weight 176 lbs, blood pressure ...  Read Full »


Dr. Shaikh Sadaf

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query and from what you have mentioned it appears that you have erectile dysfunction. I suggest that you check your serum prolactin, FSH (follicular stimulating hormone), LH (luteinizing hormone), serum ferritin, HbA1c levels and get back for review....  Read Full »

I have trouble during penetrative sex. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I have been having trouble with penetrative sex recently. After a few minutes, I start feeling sore and the sensation becomes unpleasant, especially when the movement is fast. We were using a lubricant but it does not seem to help my problem. I quickly lost interest and wanted to fini...  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Low libido has many reasons. Infections - Infections can be due to urine infection. Diabetes and hypertension make sure blood pressure and blood sugar are under control. Hormonal disturbances - Low testosterone, low levels of thyroi...  Read Full »

My partner and I face issues in our sex life. Please guide.

Query: Hi doctor, My partner and I are having issues in our sex life due to our differences. I have more experience and am more open and experimental than him. It has been almost two years and while he has tried a few different things a handful of times, he is not comfortable experimenting or getting rough...  Read Full »


Dr. Seikhoo Bishnui

Answer: Hi, Thank you for stopping by! I am here to provide an expert opinion on your medical issues. You can talk with him again while both of you are in a relaxed state and discuss the problems you are facing. If things persist even then, I suggest consulting a counselor. This should help to resolve th...  Read Full »

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