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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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Is there a supplement that can help in managing premature ejaculation?

Query: Hi doctor, I am 25 years old male with an average body (height 5'7", weigh 84 kg). I exercise regularly (running, weightlifting). However, I feel like my metabolism is low. I do not eat heavily, nor drink or smoke. Even being this way I can observe that I do not lose weight and most of the times I c...  Read Full »


Dr. Junaid Nabi

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There are a few things you should know about this condition. First of all, if the ejaculations happen before two minutes during sex, we call it as premature ejaculation. There are two types. One is the primary type that is from the beginning of sex life, usually kin...  Read Full »

What can I do to heal from premature ejaculation?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 27 year old married man. I suffer from premature ejaculation and poor erection since many years, but I was not aware of it until after marriage. I have taken lots of medicines in the past three years, including Ayurvedic and Allopathic. But I have not recovered yet. I have tried...  Read Full »


Dr. Janrao Smit Uttam

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Sexual problems in young men can be due to various factors. It can be associated with: Psychological difficulties. Your mindset is not accustomed to having sex. So, at the time of sex, you cannot perform well. It could be related to anxiety, depression, stress, ...  Read Full »

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 »

Why am I not getting proper erection and unable to perform well?

Query: Hi doctor, I am 54 years old. I am a hypertensive patient. Currently, I am taking Telma 20 mg, Metoprolol 25 mg in the morning and Roseday 5 mg at night. My weight is 105 kilograms. I am not getting proper erection nowadays. Though I have an interest in intercourse, I am unable to perform. Before a...  Read Full »


Dr. Ramchandra Lamba

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the attachment (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Your report shows that you have diabetes, deficiency of vitamin D3 and vitamin B12. Your hba1C (glycated hemoglobin) is in a higher range. Take care of these issues. Have a walk in the ...  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 »

I have erection rarely, and so I am unable to involve in intercourse. What to do?

Query: Hi doctor, I am 43 years old. I am known type 1 diabetic. I do masturbation regularly. In the last two years, I observed that I do not get an erection at all. Even if I get after a lot of effort, I cannot involve in intercourse. What to do?  Read Full »


Dr. Ashok Kumar

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concerns. There is some conflicting information, which I need to make it clear. You said you masturbate regularly and no erection for last two years. Do you mean that you have an erection for masturbation, but not for intercourse? A...  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 »

Why are my erections weak during masturbation?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 23-year-old male and a virgin. Over the last few years, I have observed a decrease in the strength of my erections during masturbation. My blood tests indicate slightly elevated cholesterol levels, but otherwise, they are fine. I do not engage in regular physical activity. Nota...  Read Full »


Dr. Vandana Andrews

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. While it's not uncommon for men to experience changes in erectile function over time, even with normal blood test results, there may be underlying factors contributing to your decreased erectile function. To address your concerns, cons...  Read Full »

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