The sexual dysfunction in a man, where he is unable to keep an erection firm for sexual intercourse is called erectile dysfunction. 10 to 20 % of ED is caused due to psychological reasons. These causes include stress, anxiety, the guilt of not satisfying the partner, low self-esteem, depression, and loss of interest in sex.
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Query: Hello doctor, I am suffering from erectile dysfunction and I am taking Tetrafol and Bupron to cure it. Just a few days back, I started herbal treatment also, but after two days of taking it, I feel like I am losing my erection. So, I stopped taking it. The herbal medicine was unlabelled. When will I... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. We are here to help you. First of all, we need to evaluate whether your erectile dysfunction is psychological in nature or if any pathological cause lies behind it. Taking multivitamins is not going to help you. So, I suggest you do the following tests. 1. Color Do... Read Full »
I get an erection only after masturbation. What do I do?
Query: Hello doctor, My age is 29 years now and I am planning to marry in a year. Since my age of 14, I had a strong erection whenever I got tempted. Later, I started masturbating, thinking about fantasies, watching too much porn. But I get hard only during masturbation. I am not getting erection while se... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your problem carefully. I have some queries to know. Past sexual history and erection of penis in the early morning when you awake from sleep. Though I have some query, I am giving you explanation. Masturbation and real sex are totally opposite things and th... Read Full »
Do I have erection issues during oral sex because of anxiety?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 25-year-old male. I have an erection when I am alone, when I masturbate or when I am with my girlfriend. I never had vaginal or oral sex. I tried vaginal sex two years ago but could not maintain the erection due to anxiety. I have a normal erection when I masturbate, but I do not... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You do not have an erection because of anxiety and fear of performance. Stay calm and proceed naturally without thinking much about the situation. I suggest you take the tablet Tadalafil tablet one hour before sex (consult a specialist doctor, talk with him or her, a... Read Full »
I am having erection problems in front of my partner. What to do?
Query: Hi doctor, I am in a new relationship. I am wanting to impress my partner sexually but my problem is I am getting erection problems in front of her but in the home, when I am alone my erections are normal. Is this some sort of psychological issue? Is this common? How to overcome it? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, what you are suffering from is psychological as you only face this problem in front of your partner and not when you are alone. This has to do with performance anxiety as you already feel the need to impress her so your anxiety is acting out in this way. This is quit... Read Full »
Why does my penis become less firm during sex?
Query: Hi doctor, My penis becomes loose during sex; the timing is not the problem. When I start sex, my penis is hard, but after some minutes, it becomes loose. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Thank you for trusting us with your healthcare. I have reviewed your medical history and understand your concerns. According to your complaints, you may be suffering from erectile dysfunction (ED). The reasons for erectile dysfunction include: Stress due to work or family-related, night duties... Read Full »
Is my erection problem due to stress and lack of sleep?
Query: Hi doctor, My penis has usually stayed erect for a long time, but recently, it is getting harder, though not as long as it used to get. I have been experiencing some stress and lack of sleep. Could these be the reasons for this? I have been facing this issue for almost two weeks now. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq, and thank you for choosing us as your provider for health care. I have gone through your history and understand your concerns. In short, 'yes' is the answer to your problem. Stress and lack of sleep, which can lead to fatigue and, thus, a lack of interest in sex, can both ... Read Full »
I have erection problems. How to manage?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 46 years old. My weight is 75 kg and my height is 6 feet. I have no diabetes or BP, but have asthma and it is under control. I am facing problems in getting erections. It is getting worse with time. Please suggest some treatment for this. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have given very little information regarding your query. You have not given information regarding your education, marital status, number of children and profession. Actually all these things are important in the management in erectile dysfunction. Please answer my ... Read Full »
My penis does not become erect during sex. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor,We got married three years ago and have been having intercourse, but my wife cannot get pregnant. I have been having erection issues for the last two months. My penis does not become erect whenever we have sexual intercourse. It becomes erect when we get close in the morning or afternoo... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries. I understand your concern and will try to help you with it. I recommend incorporating regular perineal and pelvic exercises into your routine. Additionally, ensure to include dates, beetroot, bananas, and green leafy vegetables in yo... Read Full »
How can I overcome my erectile dysfunction?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 23-year-old man who has never been able to achieve a complete erection, and it is harming my personal life. The erection turns hard and then disappears in an instant, and this has been happening for a long time.Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. According to your concerns, you may be suffering from erectile dysfunction (ED). Erectile dysfunction (ED) can be caused by a variety of factors and they are: • Stress due to work or family-related, night duties – ... 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 »
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 »
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