Patient's question:
Since starting sexual activity in middle school, I have now experienced weak erections during sex and difficulty penetrating. My body is also weak—I get out of breath after running for a while, sweat profusely, and feel extremely weak in my legs and arms. I also have some chest tightness. I have never smoked or drunk beer, but is this condition something I can recover from on my own, or do I need to seek medical treatment?Doctor's answer:
According to the situation you described, long-term sexual activity has now led to weak erections. Easy sweating and fatigue are also present. If accompanied by aversion to wind and cold, it is common in traditional Chinese medicine to see qi deficiency and yang deficiency. If accompanied by dizziness, tinnitus, lower back pain, and thirst, it is common in traditional Chinese medicine to see kidney yin deficiency. A traditional Chinese medicine practitioner can take your pulse and comprehensively evaluate the symptoms, tongue, and pulse to make a diagnosis. Confirming the pattern type can be achieved through the holistic regulation of traditional Chinese medicine. It is necessary to pay attention to your daily diet and lifestyle. Avoid spicy and extremely cold foods. Always maintain a calm mood and avoid mental stress. Do not work overtime at night, and maintain a regular routine for your life, diet, and rest. Abstinence from sexual activity is necessary. The condition of weak erections is prone to recurrence, requiring long-term medication.