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Sexual Arousal

Sexual arousal is the physiological and psychological response to sexual stimuli that can lead to sexual activity and orgasm. It involves both physical and mental responses, such as increased blood flow to the genitals, increased heart rate, and heightened desire for sexual contact. Sexual arousal can be triggered by a variety of factors, including physical touch, visual and auditory cues, emotional intimacy, and psychological fantasies.

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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 »

A bigger penis is more stimulating and likely to give an orgasm to a woman. Is it true?

Query: Hello doctor,Is it true that in general, a bigger penis is more stimulating to a woman? Is it true a bigger penis is more likely to give her an orgasm?Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. A bigger penis will not give big stimulation to females. Only your fingers and the way you talk gives big stimulation. A bigger penis would not give an orgasm. Females reach orgasm by stimulating the clitoris that is present outside the...  Read Full »

My sexual arousal got reduced gradually and now I have no sexual arousal at all. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I have issues with sexual arousal and have previously consulted a sexology specialist. The first time I had sex I had a good arousal. But after that, every time I started having lesser and lesser arousal, which now came down to no arousal at all. When I first consulted with a gynecolog...  Read Full »


Dr. Thiyagarajan. T

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for writing and I understand your concern. Based on your symptoms, you have sexual arousal disorder. My first recommendation since you have a partner is to see a psychologist who has sex therapy experience (sex therapist). It may not be a body image or relati...  Read Full »

I am experiencing body tremors, persistent sexual arousal, and a lack of confidence. Is it bipolar disorder or any psychiatric illness?

Query: Hello doctor,Do I have bipolar disorder or any other psychiatric illness? My symptoms include feeling fearful, sometimes experiencing body tremors, persistent sexual arousal, excessive sexual obsession related to lost love, difficulty in communication at times, confusion, a lack of confidence, self-...  Read Full »


Dr. Seikhoo Bishnui

Answer: Welcome to icliniq.com. While more details regarding your symptoms are necessary, I do not believe these align with the typical symptoms of bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder typically involves manic episodes with or without depressive episodes, and symptoms tend to occur in distinct episodes, with ...  Read Full »

I have sperm leaks due to constant sexual stimulation. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, I am an 18-year-old male. I am experiencing sperm leaks. I believe the reason it is ejaculating itself is that I am becoming too horny. Please give me some suggestions regarding whether I should visit a doctor. Kindly help. Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Pre-ejaculatory fluid (PEF) is the problem you are facing. It is a normal secretion before you ejaculate, so sperm can travel smoothly and escape the penis. I suggest that you can control the episodes of PEF by c...  Read Full »

Which food helps to improve sexual stamina?

Query: Hi doctor, I want to ask which food is preferred before having sex and which is the best food for enjoying sex for a long time. Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. K. V. Anand

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Sexual desire and sexual stamina are not built in one day. I believe that a healthy lifestyle can keep a person active with proper food and adequate exercise to help in improving one’s sex power. Diet plays a big role in one’s sex lif...  Read Full »

I feel like my sperm count is less, and semen comes out too soon while having arousal. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor,I masturbated during my teenage period. Now, I am 24 years old, and I feel like my sperm count is less than usual, and semen comes out too soon while having arousal and in a frequent manner. Can this problem be cured through any remedies? Please help.Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. There are many reasons for premature ejaculation. Stressful work such as night duties and 24-hour jobs. Diabetes, hypertension, and thyroid issue affect premature ejaculation. Control of your blood sugar, blood pressure, and thyroid hormo...  Read Full »

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