Patient's question:
I am a male, 21 years old. When I had my first girlfriend, I realized that I might have erectile dysfunction. Over the past 8 years, I have tried many methods, but I couldn't recover. I was about to give up, but my parents kept urging me to get married and have children. I feel very guilty towards them, and I still want to try treating it again. Could you please tell me: What methods does Traditional Chinese Medicine use to treat erectile dysfunction?Doctor's answer:
Currently, in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the treatment for premature ejaculation is primarily based on syndrome differentiation. Based on the patient, we can identify the root cause and pattern—whether it is liver qi stagnation or kidney deficiency with blood stasis. We can then use additional methods for treating (heterogeneous diseases). The most common types of in the treatment of premature ejaculation are: soothing the liver and resolving stagnation, activating blood circulation to remove stasis, and tonifying the kidneys to invigorate the penis. These three methods are the main approaches in TCM for treating premature ejaculation.Then, the patient needs to maintain a regulated diet, follow a regular sleep schedule, and regulate physical and mental health. In daily life, it is important to maintain a positive mood, eat more light, soft, and liquid foods, drink plenty of water, and consume more vegetables and fruits.