Hello everyone, I'm Dr. Wang. Many patients, when younger, lacked restraint—relying on their physical resilience to push themselves excessively—and ultimately depleted their constitution. Now, when it truly matters, they find themselves unable to perform despite their efforts. Even when they manage an erection, it quickly falters. What's worse, they may feel mentally stimulated but physiologically unresponsive. Over time, this strain affects marital harmony.

If you also struggle with this condition—alongside persistent fatigue, frequent sighing, a sensation of heaviness in the chest as if pressed by a weight, discomfort below the ribs, persistent tinnitus, and weak lower back and legs—it’s likely due to liver qi stagnation compounded by kidney deficiency. In TCM theory, the liver governs regulation and dispersal, while the kidneys store essence. When liver qi stagnates and kidney essence is insufficient, qi, blood, and yang energy fail to circulate properly. As a result, the ancestral sinew (i.e., the male genitalia) lacks nourishment, leading to erectile dysfunction or premature softening.

At this point, don't rush to take random medications. You can try brewing a decoction with these three herbs: astragalus (Huang Qi), dodder seed (Tu Si Zi), and bupleurum (Chai Hu). Astragalus is a classic qi-tonifying herb that helps boost your energy and vitality. Dodder seed not only strengthens kidney yang but also replenishes kidney essence, specifically addressing kidney deficiency. Bupleurum is excellent for soothing liver stagnation and regulating qi, helping to unblock congested liver energy. When used together, these three herbs can both tonify the kidneys and invigorate yang while regulating liver qi, making them particularly suitable for those dealing with both liver stagnation and kidney deficiency.

The brewing process is simple: take about 10 grams of each herb, rinse them clean with water, add them to a pot with an appropriate amount of water, bring to a boil over high heat, then simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes. Drink one or two cups daily, and after persisting for a period, you'll notice gradual changes in your body—your energy will improve, and your marital life will become more harmonious.

Traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes syndrome differentiation and targeted treatment—different symptoms require different formulas to ensure effective results. If you're experiencing similar issues like difficulty maintaining rigidity, lack of energy, or weakness in the lower back and legs, leave a "1" in the comments, and I can help analyze your tongue diagnosis. If I can assist, I certainly will.