Patient's question:
My husband has been in a low spirits lately, and his sexual function has declined. How can declining sexual function be treated?Doctor's answer:
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is one of the more common diseases in the male reproductive system. The causes of ED are often excessive sexual activity or injury to the kidneys due to improper sexual intercourse, leading to a decline in the fire of the gate of life and a deficiency of essence and qi. It can also be triggered by fear, which damages the kidneys. Clinically, it manifests as the inability to achieve or maintain an erection, making normal sexual intercourse impossible, accompanied by symptoms such as dizziness, blurred vision, fatigue, lethargy, neurasthenia, excessive thirst, or spontaneous sweating. Additionally, it is important to maintain a regular sexual life and avoid prolonged sitting in daily life.