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I have loss of sexual energy and stamina. Do I need medication?
Query: Hello doctor, I am currently facing the problem of total loss in sexual energy and stamina. The body feels very tired and energy-less. Do I have to take some medicine for it? I have been watching lots of porn for years now but have stopped it. There is no stamina left. Is this something serious or I... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, you need treatment for this but before that, you need to be evaluated by a doctor to find the cause of it. As medical conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, thyroid dysfunction and psychological conditions such as depression and anxiety can cause such sympt... 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 »
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 »
I regret watching porn. How to come out of it?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 28 years old. I have a habit of watching porn. To me, I see it as real. I feel low and regret for my activity. Read Full »
Answer: Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.You are a 28 year old adult male and can understand what is good and bad for you. Watching porn is considered as wrong, but in today's society to some extent it is acceptable. If you like to watch normal heterosexual porn videos, then that is normal. There is no need to wor... Read Full »
How can I stop or reduce the frequency of masturbation?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 24 year old male. I have a habit of masturbation for about nine years. Now, it has became a habit for me. I have started doing it compulsively for about five to six years. I masturbate as frequently as thrice a day every day. Now, my head is programmed to wank at any time when I am a... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern and masturbation is a safe habit. It does not result in weakness or physical fatigue. But excessive masturbation results in significant loss of time that is spent on sports or in studies. This progressively results in poor health and poor p... Read Full »
I have been concerned about my interest in BDSM. Is it a serious problem?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 14-year-old male and I have been concerned about my interest in BDSM (bondage, dominance, submission, sadism, and masochism). After researching online, I have learned that BDSM is considered a normal and healthy sexual activity. I am only interested in bondage and not the other ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concerns, and I want to assure you that your interest in bondage, as long as it remains within healthy boundaries and consent, is considered normal. However, excessive involvement or reliance on pornography can have long-t... Read Full »
I notice automatic leakage of watery semen. Kindly help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am 29 years old, male, unmarried. I was doing masturbation for 10 years. I became so addicted to it that every day I was doing it and sometimes I am doing it more than once a day. I know it is dangerous to my health. So, in between, I have controlled for some time and then I break my ru... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I would like to tell you that masturbation is a safe and healthy habit. Most of the males masturbate and this is normal. Masturbation does not cause any weakness or loss of fertility or any other harmful effects. Even if you masturbate daily even then that is normal.... Read Full »
I am addicted to porn and masturbation. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am 20 years old and have been masturbating for the past five years. I have never had a girlfriend; I merely enjoy masturbating. A few weeks ago, I had sexual intercourse, and within two minutes, I experienced ejaculation. I was embarrassed when my partner mentioned that she would neve... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. Yes, there are several techniques and exercises. I suggest you try to help you last longer during sexual intercourse: Practice edging: Edging involves bringing yourself close to orgasm, then backing off before you actu... Read Full »
Can 5-HTP supplements help with porn addiction?
Query: Hello doctor,Will 5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) supplements help with extreme porn addiction? I have been struggling with this addiction for years and am seeking a medication or supplement to assist in managing my impulses to relapse in the initial stages.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. No guideline for 5-HTP supplements can specifically help you deal with your porn addiction. However, you should try following the below guidelines to address your problem; they may prove beneficial:Avoid staying alone.Keep yourself busy and act... Read Full »
I have intrusive thoughts after porn withdrawal. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I have intrusive thoughts, blasphemous thoughts that keeps returning to my head. In the past I had porn addiction, and the day I forced myself to stop, I began having those thoughts. I already had OCD symptoms when younger but more subtle. I suspect I have some low serotonine so I am ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query with interest. As you had OCD in childhood and anxiety disorder and taking St John's wort, Omega 3 , Magnesium and Vitamins (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You need to start SSRI group of drug (Fluvoxamine or Fluoxetine or ... Read Full »
I am having intense lightheadedness after quitting porn addiction. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a male, age is 28 years, normal blood test results. After struggling with porn addiction for many years I decided to completely stop. However, everyday from 6 PM I have intense lightheadedness. I cannot go out, drink, go to the gym or be functional at night. I had sometimes panic att... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read carefully your question and would explain that your symptoms are suggestive of panic attacks. I agree with you on the fact that these could be withdrawal symptoms. For this reason, I would recommend trying natural ways to relieve your anxiety: Yoga and meditati... Read Full »