Patient's question:
Symptoms of kidney deficiency have persisted for two years, and despite continuous supplementation, there has been little effect. Generally, I feel colder than others, don't get very warm during naps, and have cold hands and feet in winter. My sexual performance is poor—erections last only a short while before transparent fluid leaks out, causing it to go soft. Urination feels slightly weak, and I feel like my body lacks fluids, with dry eyes.Doctor's answer:
I am a Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner. The kidneys are considered the congenital organ, serving as the water organ governing essence and reproduction, connected to the anterior and posterior yin orifices. When kidney qi is deficient, its function may rise, leading to recurrent prostatitis and increased sexual function. Therefore, treatment should focus on strengthening the kidneys.I recommend seeking treatment from a TCM practitioner who can diagnose based on pattern differentiation and prescribe herbal medicine to nourish yin, tonify the kidneys, invigorate yang, and generate essence. Alternatively, oral medications like Liuwei Dihuang Wan (Six-Ingredient Rehmannia Pill) and Zhuang Yao Jian Shen Wan (Tonify Waist and Strengthen Kidneys Pill) can also be used.
At the same time, avoid spicy, extremely cold, and greasy foods. Engage in regular exercise, such as gym workouts, to enhance your physical fitness. Consume more dark-colored foods like black rice, black sesame seeds, and mulberry.
Prostatitis tends to be recurrent, requiring long-term medication. For male patients, it is important to actively seek diagnosis at professional and reputable hospitals and consider treatment based on examination results. Additionally, practice abstinence from sexual activity and maintain a positive mood.