Patient's question:
I used to have severe sexual activity, which now leads to premature ejaculation. When I consulted a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner, they said it was due to insufficient kidney essence and inadequate kidney qi. They recommended taking traditional Chinese medicine, but as a student, I can't get the medicine from them. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
Long-term sexual activity can injure kidney essence and severely interfere with fertility. Further detailed examination is recommended to determine the need for follow-up at a regular public hospital urology department. Standard tests such as a semen analysis and a color Doppler ultrasound of the urinary and perinatal system should be conducted to confirm the diagnosis. Under the guidance of an experienced Chinese medicine practitioner, herbal treatment can be used if the condition permits. Balanced nutrition and a light diet are essential; avoid raw, cold, spicy, greasy, stimulating, and hard-to-digest foods, and quit unhealthy habits. Therefore, patients should receive timely symptomatic treatment and pay close attention to self-care in daily life to avoid spicy foods.