Patient's question:
[Condition Description: I am currently 23 years old. I started masturbating at 17. Now when I have sex with my girlfriend, I feel a bit weak and unable to perform well. Additionally, I have a short penis, and sometimes it doesn't stand up properly, and even when it does, it's quite short. Past Treatment and Effects: I have taken Liuwei Dihuang Pills twice, which had some effect, but it wasn't very ideal. What kind of help I am seeking: How can I quit masturbating? Also, am I experiencing some degree of erectile dysfunction? I'm very worried. How can I be cured? Thank you!]Doctor's answer:
Moderate masturbation has no adverse effects on health, but if it is excessive, it can deplete physical energy, leading to a decline in physical fitness and gradually causing a deficiency in kidney yang, resulting in serious consequences such as impotence and premature ejaculation. Therefore, it is recommended that you stop masturbating promptly. In your daily life, find your interests and divert your attention through activities like playing sports, watching movies, or reading. Avoid alcohol, spicy, and stimulating foods, and consume more seafood, soy products, fish, and shrimp to help boost yang and replenish essence. Exercise regularly to enhance your physical fitness and aim to restore your sexual function as soon as possible.In addition to maintaining good lifestyle habits, the symptoms of impotence and premature ejaculation caused by masturbation can be regulated using traditional Chinese medicine. For example, taking Si Zi Tian Jing capsules can be beneficial. This medicine is made from refined ingredients such as deer antler, silkworm pupa, Chinese parasol insect, and rhino horn, and has the functions of tonifying the kidneys, warming yang, strengthening muscles, and enhancing bones. It is suitable for patients with kidney yang deficiency.