Patient's question:
I am a 24-year-old male with a five-year history of masturbation. Recently, I just started dating a girlfriend, and during sexual activity, I found that I simply cannot get an erection. Even when I do get an erection, it doesn't last very long. Is my condition considered erectile dysfunction? Please ask: What should I do if I have insufficient hardness and symptoms of erectile dysfunction?Doctor's answer:
Erectile dysfunction refers to the inability to achieve or maintain an erection during sexual arousal, or the inability to maintain a sufficient level of hardness for an adequate duration of sexual activity, thereby interfering with or preventing successful sexual intercourse. There are several causes of premature ejaculation, and those suffering from this condition should not self-medicate with warming tonics. It is essential to use herbs based on a diagnosis of the specific pattern of disharmony. Currently, there are many medications available for treating this condition, and it is best to consult a doctor for a proper diagnosis and treatment. Consuming foods that support kidney health and consolidate essence, such as oysters, walnuts, chestnuts, soft-shell turtles, clams, pigeon eggs, and pig kidneys, can be beneficial.