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Poor Erection

Poor or weak erection is the inability of a man to sustain an erection long enough for sexual satisfaction of both the partners involved. Erection problems may be caused by physical as well as psychological factors.

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I have had low libido and erectile dysfunction. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 29-year-old male have symptoms of failing to initiate or maintain an erection in the past three months. I also have low libido. I have no comorbid conditions, and I am not on any medicines. Please help. Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Low libido has many reasons, such as: Urine infections. Diabetes and hypertension. Hormonal disturbances. Obesity. Can be due to vitamin deficiency. High cholesterol. Chronic disease or on any chronic medication. Anxiety can also...  Read Full »

I ejaculate in 20 seconds and have a poor erection. Why?

Query: Hi doctor, My weight is 138 pounds, and my height is 5.8 feet. I have been suffering from premature ejaculation (less than 20 seconds), and I have a poor erection. I have been stressed about this. Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern about your symptoms. Many reasons for premature ejaculation include: Stressful work like night duties and 24-hour jobs. Diabetes, hypertension, and thyroid issues affect premature ejaculation. Keeping your blood sugar, blood pressure, and th...  Read Full »

Can quitting porn and masturbation boost weak erections?

Query: Hello doctor, I am 30 years old, and I have been struggling with a long-term issue related to pornography and masturbation addiction for the past five years. This has resulted in very weak erections, and I no longer experience morning erections. Recently, I have taken steps to cut down on this ad...  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hello, Welcome to iclinq.com. I understand your concerns. Masturbation is a normal and healthy practice, with numerous potential benefits, including stress relief, mood enhancement, improved sleep, and the prevention of depression and anxiety. It is also a way to understand one's own needs and de...  Read Full »

Why is my penis not getting hard enough for penetration?

Query: Hello doctor, My girlfriend and I have never had sex before. We tried having sex twice, but I could not get my penis hard enough for penetration. It gets hard during foreplay, but when I put on the condom and it is time for penetration, my penis goes soft. My current medication includes the intake o...  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hello, I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries. I can understand your concern. According to your complaints, you may be suffering from erectile dysfunction (ED). Reasons for erectile dysfunction include: Stress related to work or family, night duties: Consider regular exercise...  Read Full »

I have been having erectile dysfunction and have been facing poor erection. Kindly help.

Query: Hello doctor,I have had erectile dysfunction issues from the day I got married and I can not maintain an erection during foreplay. What could be the reason?Kindly help.  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hello, We will pay close attention to your worries and address your questions with utmost care. According to your complaints, you may be suffering from erectile dysfunction. Reason for erectile dysfunction (ED). Stress due to work or family-related, night duties – plan for regular exercise and...  Read Full »

I have erection issues. Kindly help.

Query: Hello doctor,I got married recently and am afraid of sex time due to erection issues. I want good sex with my partner, kindly suggest some treatment.  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). Some common causes of erectile dysfunction (ED) are as follows: • Stress due to work or family-related. Night shifts– plan for regular exercise and...  Read Full »

I find it challenging to achieve a firm erection. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 33-year-old male. I find it challenging to achieve a firm erection or maintain it long enough for satisfactory sexual intercourse. I have noticed a decrease in my sexual desire and overall interest in intimacy, which is affecting my relationship and self-esteem. I have attempted li...  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. It can be due to: Stress due to work or family-related. Depression. Varicocele. Fear of failure. Low self-esteem (chronic masturbation). Homosexuality. Religious constraints. Smoking and alcohol. Long-term illness such a...  Read Full »

I suffer from poor erection and premature ejaculation. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, I have issues in maintaining a hard dick, and I ejaculate in less than a minute. It is extremely sensitive down there. In my childhood, I masturbated by rubbing my dick on the bed, but later I came to know that it was the wrong way. What can I do to fix this? Please help. Thank you.   Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. Your symptoms can be due to: Stress due to work or family and night duties. Plan for regular exercise and yoga. Depression. Varicocele. Fear of failure. Even having one episode of erectile dysfuncti...  Read Full »

I have difficulties with achieving and maintaining erections.

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 45-year-old male, and I have been experiencing difficulties with achieving and maintaining erections. I am interested in understanding more about PDE5 inhibitors as a potential solution for erectile dysfunction. Can you provide insights into how PDE5 inhibitors work, their effe...  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I can understand your concern. PDE5 inhibitor works by increasing blood supply to penis. Common side effects are low blood pressure, headache, and giddiness. Avoid using with cardiac medication. With lifestyle modification you can get better effect. I hope this helps. T...  Read Full »

I have been suffering from erection issues for six months. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor,I have difficulty maintaining an erection for more than a minute and frequently struggle to achieve a full erection. This issue has persisted for about six months, and sometimes my penis remains flaccid even after sexual stimulation, making it challenging to sustain an erection. Please ...  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Your issue is attributed to various factors such as stress, depression, varicocele (enlargement of veins within the scrotum), fear of failure, low self-esteem, homosexuality, religious constraints, smoking, alcohol, long-term...  Read Full »

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