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What Causes Low Libido?

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Posted on Thu, 3 Jul 2014
Question: I am XXXXXX having problem in sexual desire. I dont feel like having sex. If intercourse occurs, it does'nt stay adequately. I wish to have proper erection and its stability.

Please advise.
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Answered by Dr. Ashish Mittal (27 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
hi

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for your query.
I appreciate your efforts for medical consultation in so much distress.

In treatment Erectile dysfunction (ED) first step is to identify cause of the problem. Erectile dysfunction can be a result of a psychological or physical problem or structural problem. Treatment depend on cause of the problem.

Psychological causes: Most common cause in young patients. These include performance anxiety, emotional weakness, stress, marital or relationship problems, low mood, feelings of guilt, and the effects of a past sexual and emotional trauma. Men with psychological problem usually have normal nocturnal erections and erections upon awakening, whereas men with physical problem often do not.

Physical causes: Include neurological disorders, alcoholism, smoking, hormonal imbalances, diabetes, hypertension, blood vessel disease and chronic diseases.

Structural problem: Deform penis and tight foreskin problem.

You need to get evaluated and investigated to identify cause of the problem for better treatment.

Following steps will help you in erection:
-First of all, quit smoking and alcohol (if you are taking any)
-Eat a healthy diet rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants: fruits, milk and eggs
-Have faith in yourself and do not take any stress. You can talk to your partner openly and indulge in plenty of foreplay before sex. As you will worry, your problem will increase further.
-Exercise, particularly aerobic exercise (like: Jogging, skipping and cycling) daily. It will increase blood flow all over body and will reduce stress.
-The commonly prescribed drug by the doctors is sildenafil (Viagra) or Tadalafil (Megalis), which causes erections to be stronger and long lasting, but should be taken after prescription. It is important to rule out medical conditions specially related to cardiovascular system before starting such treatment. Both of these medicines have excellent result in physical causes of erectile dysfunction.

I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. In case of any doubt, I will be available for follow ups.

Wish you good health.
Regards,
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Ashish Mittal (2 hours later)
Thanks Doctor XXXXXXX for your crystal clear advice. I do use alcohol regularly or you can assume as edict of it but I dont smoke. I want to quit but efforts become invain. But I am determined to stop it. Is it advisable now to use the medicine mentioned in your reply?

Thanks ®ards
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Answered by Dr. Ashish Mittal (22 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Hi

Detailed Answer:
Hello again,
Thanks for follow up and feedback.

Sometime it is difficult to stop alcohol without help in case of chronic use. In such case, for alcohol de addiction you can take help of nearby psychiatrist.

There are following treatment options for alcohol de addiction with psychiatrist:
-Detoxification: to prevent alcohol withdrawal.
-Anti-craving treatment: To reduce craving after stopping alcohol

Please accept my answer and give feedback in case there is no further query and you found reply helpful. In case of doubt, I am here to help you.

Wish you good health.
Regards
Note: For further guidance on mental health, Click here.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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What Causes Low Libido?

Brief Answer: hi Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for your query. I appreciate your efforts for medical consultation in so much distress. In treatment Erectile dysfunction (ED) first step is to identify cause of the problem. Erectile dysfunction can be a result of a psychological or physical problem or structural problem. Treatment depend on cause of the problem. Psychological causes: Most common cause in young patients. These include performance anxiety, emotional weakness, stress, marital or relationship problems, low mood, feelings of guilt, and the effects of a past sexual and emotional trauma. Men with psychological problem usually have normal nocturnal erections and erections upon awakening, whereas men with physical problem often do not. Physical causes: Include neurological disorders, alcoholism, smoking, hormonal imbalances, diabetes, hypertension, blood vessel disease and chronic diseases. Structural problem: Deform penis and tight foreskin problem. You need to get evaluated and investigated to identify cause of the problem for better treatment. Following steps will help you in erection: -First of all, quit smoking and alcohol (if you are taking any) -Eat a healthy diet rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants: fruits, milk and eggs -Have faith in yourself and do not take any stress. You can talk to your partner openly and indulge in plenty of foreplay before sex. As you will worry, your problem will increase further. -Exercise, particularly aerobic exercise (like: Jogging, skipping and cycling) daily. It will increase blood flow all over body and will reduce stress. -The commonly prescribed drug by the doctors is sildenafil (Viagra) or Tadalafil (Megalis), which causes erections to be stronger and long lasting, but should be taken after prescription. It is important to rule out medical conditions specially related to cardiovascular system before starting such treatment. Both of these medicines have excellent result in physical causes of erectile dysfunction. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. In case of any doubt, I will be available for follow ups. Wish you good health. Regards,