Patient's question:
I am a male, 28 years old. I recently 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 current condition considered erectile dysfunction (ED)? Please ask: What are the self-treatment methods for ED?Doctor's answer:
Encourage patients to engage in more recreational activities based on their interests, such as playing Go, listening to music, fishing, practicing Tai Chi, and sightseeing, to eliminate their negative attitudes about the future caused by excessive worry. The couple should enhance non-sexual communication and prepare better before sexual activity, identify the root causes of anxiety and fear, and adopt effective methods to eliminate them. Then, patients need to maintain a balanced diet, follow a regular schedule, and regulate their physical and mental health. In daily life, they should focus on keeping a positive mood, eating light, soft, and watery foods, drinking plenty of water, and consuming more vegetables and fruits.