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Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction is a type of sexual dysfunction, where a man is unable to get or keep an erection firm enough for sexual intercourse. It can be psychological or due to some underlying health issue. Physical causes of ED are heart problems, high blood pressure and cholesterol, obesity, diabetes, prostate cancer, etc.

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I have pain in my left testicle with erectile dysfunction. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 19-year-old male, and I am experiencing pain in my left testicle. The intensity of pain varies. After the episodes of pain, I have had erectile dysfunction for the past week. Kindly help.  Read Full »


Dr. Vaibhav Vishal

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Is there any change in your testis size? Is it tender to touch? The common causes of testicular pain in your age are: varicocele (dilated veins around testes), hydrocele (fluid-filled around testes), and orchitis (testicular infection). And these conditions can event...  Read Full »

I have been having problems with my erection during sex. Help.

Query: Hello doctor,I have been having problems with my erection during sex. I have to take viagra medicine for erection. Kindly help.  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I read your query and understand your concern about your symptoms. According to your complaints, you may be suffering from erectile dysfunction (ED). Reasons for erectile dysfunction are: Stress due to work or family-related night duties - Plan for regular exercise ...  Read Full »

I am taking Sertraline 100 mg. What are my possibilities of developing erectile dysfunction?

Query: Hello doctor, I have been taking Sertraline for a good few years and have found that 100 mg works best for me. I have heard stories that people experience sexual problems, such as erectile dysfunction, with medication. If I have not had any symptoms of this. How likely is it that it will happen from...  Read Full »


Dr. Purushottam Sah

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. If you have been taking Sertraline for several years and have not developed erectile dysfunction yet, then it is unlikely that you will experience it now. Sertraline may cause erectile dysfunction in some people, bu...  Read Full »

I am a 20-year-old experiencing erectile dysfunction. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 20-year-old experiencing erectile dysfunction, despite being healthy and active with regular gym sessions four times a week. I do not have morning erections, only occasional ones while sleeping (approximately once every two weeks). Although I can achieve erections when mastur...  Read Full »


Dr. Vandana Andrews

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Considering your description, it is possible that you are experiencing symptoms of erectile dysfunction (ED), characterized by difficulty achieving or sustaining an erection suitable for sexual activity. Several factor...  Read Full »

I have difficultiy in achieving and maintaining an erection. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, I have encountered difficulties with achieving and maintaining an erection since the early days of my marriage. Interestingly, I did not face any issues when watching porn and masturbating before. However, it has now been a month, and I sense my wife's frustration. What steps can I tak...  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. According to your complaints, you may be suffering from erectile dysfunction (ED). The reasons for erectile dysfunction (ED) are: Stress due to work or family-related, night duties - Plan for regular exercise and yoga. Depression. Varico...  Read Full »

Why do I have difficulty in having intercourse?

Query: Hello doctor, I recently got married and I knew my partner for long before marriage. My query is I am finding it hard to have intercourse. I am very active while doing foreplay, but when I am about to insert somehow I end up ejaculating outside. We as a couple are planning for pregnancy at the earli...  Read Full »


Dr. Saraswat Kumarshri Shriniwas

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As per your history, you seem to be suffering from erectile dysfunction (difficulty in sustaining erection) after marriage. The commonest cause of erectile dysfunction after marriage is performance anxiety. If you are worried about erection and your performance durin...  Read Full »

I am a diabetic with ED and depression. What to do?

Query: Hello doctor,I am diabetic suffering from ED and depression. Please advice.  Read Full »


Dr. Ohams Ike Henry

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. By ED do you mean erectile dysfunction or anything else? You are a male, so I pressure you to mean erectile dysfunction. The erectile dysfunction, together with the fact that you have to be on medication for your sugar control that could have been responsible for the d...  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 have nightfall and erection issues. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I am facing loss in erection and I am also not able to masturbate. Because when I try to mastrubate my erection loosens and my testis is also small in size. I also have nightfall issue.  Read Full »


Dr. Seikhoo Bishnui

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Have you taken any consultation from any doctor? Any investigations done?  Read Full »

I am unable to maintain an erection while having sex. Why?

Query: Hi doctor, When I have sex with a girl, my penis does not erect. I take a lot of stress and I try hard to get an erection but I do not feel anything at all. Please give me your advice as soon as possible.  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hi, Thank you for stopping by! I am here to provide expert opinion on your medical issues. According to your complaints, you may be suffering from erectile dysfunction. The reason for erectile dysfunction (ED) are as follows: Stress due to work or family-related, night duties – plan for regul...  Read Full »

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