Patient's question:
I've been married for seven or eight years. Our sexual life isn't very regular. I don't know if it counts as premature ejaculation during our usual sexual activity. What I want to know is, how long does sexual activity need to last to not be considered premature ejaculation? How long does sexual activity need to last to not be considered impotence and premature ejaculation?Doctor's answer:
The excitability of the male ejaculation center can be reduced due to irritation from inflammation such as urethritis, prostatitis, and seminal vesiculitis, which can then lead to premature ejaculation; a short frenulum of the prepuce can also cause excessive traction during sexual activity, leading to premature ejaculation.To treat premature ejaculation, the primary approach should be abstinence, followed by the use of herbs that nourish and invigorate the Yang of the kidneys. This helps restore the balance of water and fire in the kidneys, ensuring that the kidney water is sufficient while the virtual fire does not act recklessly, thereby naturally strengthening the control over ejaculation. When selecting medications, it is important to choose those that are scientifically sound and reasonable, avoiding the urge to use random medications out of haste to treat the condition.