Thank you for the overwhelming response to our sexual health campaign. As promised, we have got experts to answer them for you.
Dr N. Subramanian, Sr Consultant (Urology), Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, Delhi, has answered some of your queries below.
Do keep writing to us with more questions on SexEd@thequint.com.
I am a 35-year-old male who uses alcohol and tobacco. For the last few years, I have noticed erection issues. And it seems to be getting worse. I have been told that alcohol and tobacco are the main reasons. Is there any medication that can help?
Erection issues which you have noticed for a few years need to be evaluated properly. Both tobacco and alcohol have an adverse effect on erection, other reason to be investigated. Medication after the evaluation is helpful in a vast majority of patients. Do see a doctor.
When I had sex for the first time, I was nervous. This caused an erection problem, which made me feel ashamed. What should I do?
Being nervous and having problems with erection are often noted during the first time. There is no need to be ashamed or nervous. Undue anxiety about this will hamper your normal sexual life.
I am a 39-year-old male. My wife is 37 years old. She is not interested in sex any more. What I can do? I have had a conversation with her & she doesn’t want to have sex. Please help.
Your wife not being interested in sex may be due to one of the following:-
• If she had pain or difficulty enjoying sex
• If she does not manage to reach an orgasm
• Some women have vaginal dryness which prevent them from enjoying sex
• Your personal hygiene and her thoughts on sex can also influence her unwillingness
Suggest you have an open conversation about what troubles her and consult a doctor accordingly.
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