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Is it possible to reduce the side effects of my social phobia medications?
Query: Hi doctor, I will first summarize my case, and then I will put my query. I had been diagnosed to have GAD and social phobia before 10 years, and I was taking Paxil 20 mg daily in the evening along with CBT. The result was excellent. The anxiety and depression went away, but with a very high level o... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query. Out of the three options, the third option would be the best possible concerning the balance between the effectiveness and side effects. Zoloft (Sertraline) and Lexapro (Escitalopram), both are almost equal regarding the side effects and efficacy. Ba... Read Full »
Why did my sexual drive suddenly reduce when I was 18 years old?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 36 years old, and I have a low sex drive. My sexual drive got really low when I was 18 years old. Previously I took the tablet Zoloft. Currently, I am taking tablets Abilify, Adderall, and Lamotrigine. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Low libido has many reasons as follows: 1) Infections can be due to urine infection (can do complete urine examination and ultrasound pelvis) to diagnose the cause. 2) Diabetes and hypertension - Ensure blood pressure and blood sugar levels ... Read Full »
Does tablet Modula have side effects if taken two to three times monthly for a long time?
Query: Hi doctor,I have had been taking tablet Modula 5 mg for my erectile dysfunctional problem for the past six years. I am not taking it every day, but I used to take it whenever I am about to have sex with my wife about two to three times a month, one tablet at a time, and it is beneficial for my erect... Read Full »
Answer: Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. No need to worry. You can use the medication for the long term. It can also be used for increased blood pressure, but it is not a very good blood pressure-reducing medication. It is commonly used for pulmonary hypertension, which is the high pres... Read Full »
I have erectile dysfunction. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have been married for two years and I never faced erectile dysfunction with my wife like I am facing now. I went abroad for work and stayed there for six months. After I got back, whenever I try getting intimate with my wife, I do not get erections. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Erectile dysfunction is very common these days. The risk factors include diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, hyperlipidemia, thyroid disease, and obesity. I suggest the following tests: Total testosterone level. HbA1C. Lipid profile. Thyroid function test. If the ... Read Full »
What is the reason for my recurrent pain in the penis and erectile dysfunction?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 24 year old male, suffering from ED since the last one and a half years. I have gone through penile doppler thrice. The test which I took one year ago showed the PSV after 20 minutes as 38 cm/s, the EDV as 0 and the inner caversonal diameter was .15 mm and after the injection it... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. If we consider the results of the Doppler: The first test revealed normal parameters. The PSV was absolutely normal. The values second time around were PSV 25. This is also normal, though it is in the low range. But, that cannot be used ... Read Full »
Can I get a prescription for testosterone replacement therapy if I visit a specialist in person?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 35 year old male. I have been suffering from erectile dysfunction and have tried PDE-5 inhibitors. They work, but they do not give results anymore. I quit smoking, a few years ago, when I was diagnosed with ED. My morning erection is also not as strong as it used to be. Many chec... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Penile injections are tried in severe cases of erectile dysfunction (ED). Usually, it is prescribed by a urologist, since tests like penile doppler and others have to be done, to rule out any other issues. It is an option if nothing else works. But again, it is not ver... Read Full »
Can too much masturbation and anal sex lead to premature ejaculation?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 36 years male. I did a lot of masturbating and anal sex before marriage. I got married two years back. My sexual desires with my wife is unsatisfied. I have erection and early ejaculation problem. I ejaculate within one minute of intercourse before my wife does and after a single... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Your issue could be due to the following, 1) Stress related to work or family. Plan for regular exercise and yoga. 2) Depression. 3) Varicocele. 4) Fear of failure (having one episode of erectile dysfunction may make you feel you will end... Read Full »
Can I take Yohimbine in the morning with Cialis?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 31 year old male. I am taking one Yohimbine capsule daily in the morning. Is it dangerous to use? Should I take it along with Cialis or any other supplement? Please explain. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is not recommended to take Yohimbine in the morning since it can cause dizziness. So, you should not take it and drive or go to work. It is better to take it at night before going to bed. You should not use it if you have a history of any heart or kidney or liver probl... Read Full »
Does medication taken for erection affect the quality of sperms?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 30 years old, and my wife too is 30 years old. We are trying for a baby for two to three months now with no success. I have erection problem if I try to do intercourse every day. In short, in between her 11th to 21st day of the period, I able to make intercourse for around four... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you told that you are trying for the baby since two to three months only, there is no need to worry as sometimes it takes 6 to 12 months even. So, keep chill and do intercourse regularly. It seems that you are doing sex just for the sake of pregnancy and that is why yo... Read Full »
What are the causes of erectile dysfunction in young adults?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a teenager, and I am having trouble during erection when I am with my girlfriend. Though I occasionally get it with her, the erection is not as hard as it usually is. I am very much confused. Can you help me with this? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please provide me with the below details so that I can help you with your problem. Do you suffer from poor erection or no erection regularly? Do you develop an erection while you are alone or have early morning erections? Do you have any other medical issues? Re... Read Full »