Patient's question:
My son has been divorced for 3 years and has no children. He underwent a thorough medical examination at the hospital and was found to have low sperm count and low male hormones. He has been taking Western medicine for 3-4 months, including testosterone enanthate capsules and tadalafil tablets, but there has been no improvement. Can Traditional Chinese Medicine treat this? I am concerned about the help: Can Traditional Chinese Medicine treat this? How long will it take?Doctor's answer:
Traditional Chinese Medicine believes that a low sperm count falls under the category of deficiency fatigue, often caused by excessive sexual activity that damages kidney essence, or severe illness leading to a deficiency of both qi and blood. This results in a lack of sources for kidney essence, ultimately leading to insufficient kidney essence. The sperm count can be replenished through methods that tonify the kidneys. Common foods for replenishing sperm include Tongkat Ali and goji berries, which can be directly soaked in water to drink for tonifying the kidneys and consolidating essence. Regularly consumed foods include eel, sheep kidneys, pig kidneys, chicken liver, etc. During pregnancy preparation, it is advisable to drink less beer, eat less spicy foods, and avoid strong coffee and strong tea, as well as other stimulating foods. It is also important to engage in regular physical activity and exercise.