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Question: hi. I seem to have a weak erection sometimes while having sex. But while masturbation it is fine . Please advise what to take
Brief Answer:
this is called performance anxiety
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for using healthcaremagic.
I read your query and understand your concerns.
From the available description it appears that you are having performance anxiety which is causing problem in having erections while having sex while during masturbation there is no problem.
Having little anxiety is ok but too much anxiety create problem in various ways including erections.
Try to be as normal as possible and manage your stress to control this problem. If these measures fail or do not help seek a help of psychiatrist in your area/city.
I hope this helps you.
Thanks and regards.
this is called performance anxiety
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for using healthcaremagic.
I read your query and understand your concerns.
From the available description it appears that you are having performance anxiety which is causing problem in having erections while having sex while during masturbation there is no problem.
Having little anxiety is ok but too much anxiety create problem in various ways including erections.
Try to be as normal as possible and manage your stress to control this problem. If these measures fail or do not help seek a help of psychiatrist in your area/city.
I hope this helps you.
Thanks and regards.
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