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Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction is a type of sexual dysfunction, where a man is unable to get or keep an erection firm enough for sexual intercourse. It can be psychological or due to some underlying health issue. Physical causes of ED are heart problems, high blood pressure and cholesterol, obesity, diabetes, prostate cancer, etc.

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Is there any natural way to treat ED and PE other than injections?

Query: Hello doctor, I am 32 years old. I am currently facing ED and PE, and reduced muscles and increase waist. Doctor advised for a total testosterone test and the result was 220 and he said it is really low for this age. He advised for injections but is there any natural way to treat it?  Read Full »


Dr. Arul Amuthan L

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Androgen (testosterone) injection for the purpose of treating ED (erectile dysfunction) is acceptable. But, how long one can take the injection is the question. If someone use it for years together, then there will be some side effects. But, this is the definite the...  Read Full »

Due to OCD medications, I am facing erectile dysfunction. Is there any Siddha medicine available for this?

Query: Hello doctor, Due to OCD medicine Clofranil 50 mg, erectile dysfunction problem has raised, and subsequently, ejaculation is not happening. Is there any Siddha medicine available for this. Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Arul Amuthan L

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.You are taking an allopathy drug Clofranil (Clomipramine). Few side effect of this drug is dry mouth, ejaculation failure, and difficulty in urination. Since these are the side effects of the Clofranil, nothing can be done. You can ask the neurologist or psychiatrist (wh...  Read Full »

I am 44 years old and have been dealing with anxiety and depression for many years. The use of medications to manage these conditions has led to impotence. What can be done?

Query: Hello doctor,I am 44 years old and have been dealing with anxiety and depression for many years. The use of anti-anxiety and antidepressant medications has led to impotence. What steps can I take? Your assistance is greatly appreciated.Thank you.  Read Full »


Ananth Shanmugam

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Most likely, it is not primary impotence but secondary impotence (characterized by low libido, poor erection, and difficulties with ejaculation), which is often caused by many antidepressant medications. You have two options available to you. Firstly, you could consider ...  Read Full »

I am having a marital problem because of my past relationship. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 27-year-old male. I have been married for one and a half years, but I cannot forget my ex-girlfriend. I fell in love with a girl, and one day it was all over because she cheated on me. We were in a relationship for eight years. The first time when I discovered that she was cheatin...  Read Full »


Mehwish Mursaleen

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I completely understand that you are concerned about your sexual functioning. As you have mentioned that you are experiencing erectile dysfunction, a few things need to be clarified. It is not about getting aroused during a movie, remembering your ex-girlfriend, o...  Read Full »

I have been suffering from erectile problems and reduced sexual stamina for the past two years. Can Yoga cure it?

Query: Hi doctor, I am planning to marry in the next two to three months. However, I am worried about my erection and stamina. My erection does not last for more than 30 seconds, and it is not hard enough. When I tried having sex for the first time two years back, I could not get a firm erection even after...  Read Full »


Dr. Arul Amuthan L

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your reports are usual (attachments removed to preserve patients identity), so, no need to worry. I suggest you go for 30 minutes of brisk walking in an open space (garden, park, roadside) with sunlight exposure (evening or morning times) to correct your vitamin D a...  Read Full »

I am 30 years old with erectile dysfunction due to excessive masturbation, Can you please guide me doctor?

Query: Hello doctor, I am 30 years old and have been suffering from erectile dysfunction issues for the past year. I can get an erection but cannot sustain it, but sometimes I can get a morning erection that stays for a longer time. After taking food, the situation gets worse; I cannot get even a normal er...  Read Full »


Dr. Arul Amuthan L

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. In order to be physically and mentally healthy, you need to reduce the frequency of masturbation. You may involve in other engaging hobbies (like pets, gardening, swimming, playing, etc.) with your friends. Pranayama or yoga practice also ...  Read Full »

Why does my penis not get hard while intercourse and masturbation? Please help.

Query: Hi doctor, I discovered that my penis is not properly getting hard during sex or while masturbating, and I highly doubt that it can be caused by porn, but I am not sure. Please help. Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Meena. Parth Singh

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. First of all, you should know about a proper erection. Hardness does not mean that the penis should get as hard as a bone. Penis is made up of sponge-like regions that are engorged and erected when filled with blood. The hardness should be su...  Read Full »

I suffer from erectile dysfunction and my masturbation does not last long. How to overcome this?

Query: Hello doctor,I am suffering from erectile dysfunction and my masturbation does not last long. How to overcome this?Kindly help.  Read Full »


Dr. K. V. Anand

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern. Premature ejaculation is diagnosed when you have premature ejaculation within one or two minutes of sex, continuously several times with the same partner for over six months. There is nothing called premature ejac...  Read Full »

Can erectile dysfunction be managed through Siddha medicines?

Query: Hello doctor, I am suffering from erectile dysfunction due to atherosclerosis causing less blood flow to the penis, this may be due to family history of high cholesterol. The allopathy medicine suggested for this is Tadalafil 5 mg every day (vasodilator). Is it manageable through Siddha medicines? I...  Read Full »


Dr. Arul Amuthan L

Answer: Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). As per your blood report, your cholesterol profile is above the upper limit. This might be the cause for the penile artery blockage (atherosclerosis plaque). But, I think the other possible ...  Read Full »

What can be the cause of my low sexual drive and no erection?

Query: Hello doctor, I am not able to get an erection since yesterday, all of a sudden. Also for the past two days, I do not have sexual urges. I am 21, male. I had not faced erection problems before and till 3 to 4 days ago, I was able to masturbate with no problem.  Read Full »


Dr. Muhammad Zohaib Siddiq

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Erection problem in young people is usually due to anxiety and stress. Masturbation and feeling guilty also cause this. Do you have diabetes mellitus, do you smoke, is there any history of trauma to the lower back, is there any pain in testes? If the answer to all is a ...  Read Full »

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