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Having trouble getting an erection
Around 10-15 days ago, my libido was very high and i was getting erections normally, but last week, i noticed that my erections have become less in frequency, which made me anxious and to counter that anxiety, I tried to masturbate but i simply could not get an erection. But after 1-2 hours, I masturbated again and I was able to masturbate normally, then i decided to take a break from all this and i was getting erections normally again. Now, today I thought i should masturbate again, and when i tried to masturbate, i could not get a proper erection. My background: i have been masturbating for about 5 years and have been consuming porn for about 2-3 years. Is this a serious problem. Is it reversible.
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Don't worry sir..
Take herbal supplements..
To be sexually fit completely
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Its nothing but performance anxiety. It can sometimes happen during masturbation as well. Porn is something you should definitely avoid. Don't overthink as it can lead to increased stress which can eventually lead to lower desire so you won't experience good erections. Exercises daily, add something productive to your schedule. Best of luck.
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From your description, this does not sound like a serious or permanent problem. The pattern you describeânormal erections, then becoming anxious after noticing a change, difficulty getting an erection when you "test" yourself, followed by normal erections againâis very suggestive of performance anxiety. Excessive pornography use and frequent masturbation can also contribute to this pattern in some people.
The fact that:
You had normal libido and erections 10â15 days ago.
You were able to get an erection and masturbate later the same day.
Your erections returned after taking a short break.
is reassuring and makes a permanent physical cause less likely.
Next Steps
Avoid repeatedly checking or "testing" your erections. This often creates a cycle: You notice one weaker erection. You become anxious. Anxiety makes it harder to get an erection. You test yourself again, which increases the anxiety. Instead: Take a break from pornography for a few weeks if you feel it has become excessive. Reduce masturbation to a frequency that feels comfortable rather than doing it to test your erection. Focus on regular exercise, good sleep, and stress reduction. If you continue to have persistent difficulty getting erections in sexual situations, no morning erections for several weeks, or symptoms lasting more than 2â3 months, consult us for evaluation. For a detailed assessment and personalized guidance, you may also consult us at 9 3 1 5 6 6 1 5 6 5.
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Sleep 7â9 hours each night. Exercise regularly, especially strength training and aerobic activity. Limit pornography if you feel it is affecting your arousal. Avoid smoking, recreational drugs, and excessive alcohol. The good news is that this type of problem is usually reversible. In young men, temporary erection changes are commonly related to stress, anxiety, fatigue, or excessive pornography rather than permanent damage. With healthy lifestyle changes and by breaking the cycle of anxiety, many men notice improvement within a few weeks. Thank you
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Hi, sometimes Anxiety can be the reason for erectile dysfunction. Consult online for treatment
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