Sex Life

This chapter describes the damage to sperm production caused by environmental factors such as temperature, radiation, and drugs. It analyzes how psychological factors lead to neuroendocrine disorders and affect reproductive function, and explains the mechanism by which chronic prostatitis affects male fertility.

This chapter introduces routine semen analysis and prostate fluid examination for low sperm motility, and differentiates it from conditions such as polyspermia and oligospermia. It provides Western medical treatment options including adenosine triphosphate (ATP), pentoxifylline, and vitamins A/E, as well as traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) classifications such as kidney yang deficiency and...

This chapter includes traditional Chinese medicine formulas for treating priapism, such as Dang Gui Di Long Tang and Hu Zhang Ze Lan Tang, as well as medicinal diets like Ze Xie Tang and Xia Ku Cao Tea. It also provides acupressure techniques and begins to introduce the definition, symptoms, and Western medical treatment of vaginal tightening syndrome.

This section details the history of sperm discovery, its microstructure, its formation process within the testes, and the conditions required for sperm production. It also lists six characteristics that sperm are sensitive to, including tobacco and alcohol, heat, and frequent sexual activity, and describes the complete process from sperm meeting and combining with an egg until the fertilized...

Excessive abnormal sperm count is a significant cause of male infertility. This article presents a case study of chronic prostatitis caused by Ureaplasma urealyticum infection, which subsequently led to a high rate of sperm abnormalities and low sperm motility, revealing the mechanism by which infection damages sperm morphology and function. A combined traditional Chinese and Western medicine...

This article analyzes the impact of low sperm motility and sperm malformation on male infertility, introduces the causes, symptoms, and treatment drugs for varicocele, and reminds men to pay attention to sperm quality testing.

This section introduces traditional Chinese medicine external treatments for male infertility, including vulvar fumigation (for balanitis, penile shrinkage, etc.), herbal sitz baths (for chronic prostatitis, etc.), rectal irrigation (for prostatitis-related infertility), anal suppositories, topical application (such as applying Epimedium to the navel), and umbilical therapy (such as applying...

This section explores the main reasons why environmental pollution (exhaust fumes, high temperatures, tight-fitting clothing, etc.) is a major cause of sperm death. Infertility is defined according to WHO standards (failure to conceive after at least 12 months of unprotected sexual intercourse) and distinguished from general infertility. The timeframe for human conception is introduced (egg...

This article proposes six specific measures to prevent male infertility: vaccination, understanding physiological characteristics, paying attention to occupational protection, avoiding elevated testicular temperature, quitting smoking and alcohol, and emphasizing premarital checkups. It also introduces the definition of sexual psychology and the physiological and social causes of psychological...

This article systematically summarizes five major categories of male infertility causes: reproductive system infections, sexual dysfunction, sperm problems, and developmental abnormalities. It analyzes the reasons for the "increase" in infertility due to medical advancements and environmental pollution, and introduces the general and local physical examinations that male infertility patients...

This article, written by Duan Jianhua, Director of the Publicity and Education Department of the Guangzhou Municipal Population and Family Planning Commission, elaborates on the significance of carrying out male health publicity and education work: enriching the "New Marriage and Childbearing Customs Entering Every Household" campaign and implementing the central government's decisions. It...

This article analyzes three major causes of the male fertility crisis in the 21st century. First, environmental pollution: pesticides, insecticides, heavy metals, car exhaust, and mobile phone radiation all damage sperm. Second, societal stress: intense competition and mental tension lead to endocrine disorders and decreased fertility. Third, unhealthy lifestyle habits, such as prolonged sleep...

Infertility affects 15% of couples, with the problem in half of those cases stemming from the male. Ways to improve sperm quality include: self-checking for varicocele, keeping the testicles cool, supplementing with vitamin C and zinc, quitting smoking and limiting alcohol consumption, and avoiding exposure to lead and radiation. Taking 1000 mg of vitamin C daily can improve sperm quality in...

Using a laptop on your lap can raise scrotal temperature by 2.6°C, affecting sperm production. The radio waves emitted from a mobile phone in your pocket may damage sperm DNA and reduce fertility; it is recommended to keep them away from the genitals.

This article provides dietary therapy recipes for treating male infertility, such as bull penis porridge and medicinal wine formulas. It focuses on the preparation method and verified cases of rooster-infused wine, demonstrating its effectiveness in treating infertility caused by impotence, premature ejaculation, and abnormal semen.

This article provides an in-depth explanation of three types of male health exercises designed to relax the mind and body and enhance the function of internal organs. The relaxation exercise guides the body to relax in stages through mental focus, achieving harmony between mind and muscles; the upper Yuan exercise uses limb movements to stimulate acupoints, preventing and treating lower back...

Abnormalities in the scrotum often indicate serious health risks. This article provides an in-depth analysis of nine common causes of scrotal swelling, with a particular focus on the dangerous and sudden-onset gangrene of the scrotum and its emergency treatment. Furthermore, it systematically reviews the manifestations of various congenital developmental abnormalities, including...

This article delves into the modern causes of male infertility, revealing the hidden harm to fertility caused by seven popular lifestyle habits, including frequent mobile phone use, sauna use, and wearing tight pants. It also focuses on how mycoplasma infection (especially Ureaplasma urealyticum) leads to infertility by interfering with sperm motility and damaging spermatogenic cells....

This article provides 16 self-test questions and 20 bonus questions to help readers fully understand how popular they are in the eyes of others, and includes an analysis of the characteristics of popular people.

This article provides 23 situational questions for measuring irritability and detailed scoring criteria to help readers understand their own level of temper. It also includes 10 questions for a self-test of masculine charm and scoring suggestions.

This article introduces the clinical manifestations and etiological analysis of fetishism and transvestism, and elaborates on corrective methods such as cognitive insight therapy, electroshock aversion therapy, and drug aversion therapy.

This article analyzes the manifestations and causes of pathological nostalgia and pattern misalignment, and proposes specific corrective strategies such as participating in real life, establishing a correct outlook on life, and using systematic desensitization.

Male sexual response is divided into the excitement phase, plateau phase, orgasm phase, and resolution phase, with a protective "refractory period." Orgasm is not the same as ejaculation. This chapter warns that having sex in cold temperatures can increase the risk of catching a cold and increase the burden on the heart; if sweating profusely, wait until the sweat dries before engaging in...

This article elaborates on the broad and narrow definitions of mental health, citing the descriptions of mental health standards by international scholars such as English, Mellinger, and Maslow. Furthermore, it proposes 13 specific mental health measurement indicators for middle-aged men, covering multiple aspects including perception, memory, thinking, emotion, interpersonal relationships,...

This section describes the physiological changes in the human body during sexual intercourse, including heart rate, respiration, blood pressure, muscle function, and skin. It also proposes rules for marital sexual activity, including adjusting the frequency of intercourse according to the season and observing various taboos (such as negative emotions, uncleanliness, male dominance, and...

Tired of pure sightseeing? Try an eco-friendly volunteer trip or an educational journey. This article introduces organizations like Earth Watchers and the Peak Club, allowing you to participate in scientific research and ecological conservation during your travels, making your vacation more meaningful.

This article offers advice to men aged 60 to 70 on how to treat life well, enhance physical strength, and eat healthily. It also explains the importance of marital harmony for family happiness and how to enjoy the pleasures of sex together.

This section introduces the scope of miscellaneous male diseases. It details the causes of male gynecomastia (male mastitis) (liver qi stagnation, liver and kidney yin deficiency, yin-yang imbalance) and its differentiation from mastitis and breast cancer. It defines nocturnal emission (wet dreams, spermatorrhea), distinguishes between physiological nocturnal emission (spontaneous leakage of...

This article points out that cultural pressure is the biggest obstacle to sexual activity in older men, emphasizing the importance of eliminating prejudice and maintaining a moderate and harmonious sex life. It also analyzes the wife's sexual expectations and their impact on harmonious sexual relations, proposing suggestions such as maintaining intimacy while keeping a healthy distance,...

This article elucidates the psychological conditions for achieving a harmonious sex life (mutual respect, avoiding excess, and sufficient foreplay), analyzes the role and therapeutic significance of sexual fantasies in adolescence and married life, and dissects the psychological characteristics of men's extramarital affairs: prioritizing rationality, difficulty in letting go of marital...

Acne is caused by factors such as sex hormones, sebum secretion, and bacterial infection. This article emphasizes the dangers of squeezing pimples, which can lead to inflammation and permanent scarring, and provides daily precautions and treatment methods such as getting enough sleep, facial cleansing, and a reasonable diet.

This article introduces benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), the most common urological disease in elderly men, whose incidence increases with age (50% of men over 60 years of age are affected). It analyzes the role of androgens in the pathogenesis and details typical symptoms such as intermittent urination, urination hesitation, nocturia, and weak urine stream.

This article is written by Liu Ying, a researcher at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences. She points out that families need healthy, positive, and responsible men. From the perspectives of smaller family structures, equality in spousal relationships, marriage cultivation, elderly care in an aging society, and education for only children, she analyzes the higher demands that families...

This is the first part of an article on the social concern surrounding men's health. It points out that men's health has long been neglected, and is actually a public issue with negative impacts on families and society. Men's health issues encompass both physiological function and sexual health, and numerous facts indicate serious problems requiring public policy intervention.

This article introduces the health determinants proposed by the World Health Organization and then leads to Dr. Cao Kaiyong's "Seven Golden Keys." It explains in detail the first three: acquiring necessary sexual knowledge to understand oneself; maintaining a broad-minded and optimistic attitude to nourish the body and mind; and the profound impact of maintaining marital harmony and family...

Shaving can lead to ingrown hairs and facial tinea. Prevention involves choosing a suitable razor and shaving cream, and shaving in the direction of hair growth. Electric razors are recommended for sensitive skin. Avoid using aftershave containing alcohol after shaving. The average man has 385 hairs per square inch.

This section elucidates the traditional Chinese medicine understanding of the mind-body relationship, emphasizing the unity of form and spirit, and the prosperity of those who attain spiritual well-being. It introduces the correspondence between the five internal organs and the five emotions, explaining, in conjunction with modern medicine, that the nervous system is the material basis of...

This article introduces the first-line drug treatment for syphilis (penicillin) and related precautions. It also outlines current treatment options for HIV/AIDS, including immune enhancers, treatment of opportunistic infections, antiviral drugs, and cancer treatment. Furthermore, it reinstates the section on "Signs and Signs of Disease," detailing how to make preliminary diagnoses by observing...

This article, an extension of "Home Appliances and Environmental Architecture," delves into the hidden killers in home and office environments. From dust mites that 90% of vacuum cleaners can't remove from carpets, to healthy usage standards for aluminum appliances in the kitchen; from radiation damage to the male reproductive system from bedroom appliances, to practical solutions for reducing...

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) can also occur in young adults, manifesting as increased nocturia and difficulty urinating. Hematuria after strenuous exercise is often physiological and resolves with rest. Sexually transmitted diseases are primarily spread through sexual contact; prevention requires abstinence and condom use.

Plucking your beard with your hands is very dangerous and can easily lead to folliculitis or even intracranial infection. Proper shaving should be done with a manual or electric razor. Manual shaving steps: Wash your face, apply shaving cream, start shaving from the cheeks, and finish with aftershave. Electric shaving: Keep your face dry and use a dedicated shaving lotion. The best time to...

Occupational attributes determine health risks. This article systematically reviews typical symptoms and countermeasures for different occupational groups. Civil servants need to be wary of "socializing-related obesity" and fatty liver; white-collar workers should target three major syndromes: light source (retinal damage), time (disruption of physiological rhythms), and head-down posture...

As people reach middle age, their vital activities decline, making meticulous health management crucial. This article proposes five anti-aging details for middle-aged men, emphasizing a balanced diet, moderate exercise, and the healthy attitude of not "toughing it out" when suffering from illness. The main text highlights ten dietary habits for anti-aging: drinking two glasses of water before...

Aging begins in the brain. This article, through rigorous medical trials, demonstrates the decisive role of active thinking in extending lifespan and details a massage technique for preventing Alzheimer's disease, including head combing, acupressure on the five senses, and stimulation of major acupoints. Addressing the psychological adjustment after retirement, the article proposes a...

The testicles are the core of male vitality. This article provides an in-depth analysis of the common characteristics of testicular tumors and their warning signs of a "heavy mass," and systematically lists six major culprits leading to testicular atrophy, including viral infections, trauma, and endocrine disorders. For common conditions such as epididymal enlargement and hydrocele, the...

Traditional Chinese medicine believes that "at forty, one's yin energy is halved," and the metabolism and immune function of middle-aged men gradually decline. This article offers systematic dietary recommendations for common health problems in middle-aged men, such as obesity, diabetes, and coronary heart disease. The main text emphasizes the crucial role of a low-fat, low-cholesterol diet in...

While aging is inevitable, it can be slowed down. This article provides men with tailored anti-aging plans for different age groups: from abstaining from sweets and alcohol at age 20, to skincare and preventing hearing loss at age 30; from preventing vision decline at age 40, to coping with rough appearance at age 60 through knee exercises and an optimistic mindset. The article particularly...

Forty is a critical juncture for men's health. This article analyzes why men's quality of life in their later years is largely determined between the ages of 30 and 50 (especially 40). It delves into five major challenges faced by middle-aged men: the risk of high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and high blood sugar due to social obligations, the genetic manifestation of parental diseases,...

The effectiveness of fitness lies in scientific frequency and rigorous monitoring. This article first emphasizes the biological logic of "consistency is key" in exercise, pointing out the significant advantages of long-term regular exercise in protecting the heart. The article details the exercise duration and heart rate standards required to boost metabolism, and focuses on the "FIT...

Men's social roles often demand strength and independence, making their psychological distress highly concealed. This article systematically assesses the criteria for mental health and deeply analyzes the unique manifestations of male depression that differ from those in women, such as recklessness, alcoholism, masked anger, and social posturing. The article reveals the inducing effects of...

Hair loss has become a major image crisis for modern men. This article provides an in-depth analysis of the mechanisms of hair loss caused by genetic factors, endocrine disorders, and insomnia due to lack of sleep, revealing the corrosive effects of "blood heat and damp heat" on hair roots from a traditional Chinese medicine perspective. The article offers systematic prevention and...

This article provides a detailed comparative analysis of the differences between scrotal dampness and scrotal eczema, addressing common scrotal skin problems in men. It also offers medication guidelines, including antihistamines and steroid ointments, as well as comprehensive daily protection principles related to diet and lifestyle.

Based on real-life cases of epidemic seroconversion syndrome in Hainan Island, this study delves into the clinical manifestations, socio-cultural background, and psychogenic pathogenesis of this rare psychosomatic disorder, emphasizing the need to eradicate such mental illnesses induced by superstition and psychological suggestion by popularizing scientific and health knowledge.

As men enter middle and old age, they also face the challenges of male menopause, manifesting as decreased energy, anxiety, and sexual dysfunction. This article details the symptoms and causes of male menopause and provides practical self-regulation suggestions. Furthermore, it proposes effective prevention and treatment strategies for the "gray" psychological syndrome prevalent among...

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) not only causes urinary frequency and urgency, but can also lead to alarming hematuria (blood in the urine). This article details the mechanisms by which BPH causes hematuria, commonly used preventative and treatment drugs, and new methods for stopping bleeding. Furthermore, the article strongly emphasizes prostate cancer screening in older men, focusing on...

This article first details the causes, classifications, and preventive measures of balanitis. Then, it provides a clear and concise explanation of various common testicular diseases, including epididymitis, orchitis, varicocele, and seminal vesicle cysts, offering professional medical guidance for men to maintain their reproductive health.

This article introduces the classification of erectile dysfunction into primary and secondary, organic and psychogenic types, focuses on analyzing the mechanism of erectile dysfunction caused by performance anxiety, and elaborates on the five implementation steps of the sensate focus therapy.

This article addresses two common occupational psychological problems: maladjustment at the beginning of work and job dissatisfaction. It provides practical adjustment methods such as correctly viewing setbacks, improving personal qualities, changing cognition, and choosing a new career.

This article analyzes the early environmental factors and upbringing conditions that contribute to homosexuality, and proposes corrective approaches such as cognitive adjustment and behavioral therapy to help patients understand the social impact of homosexuality and seek change.

This article provides specific coping strategies for two common negative emotions: pessimism and tension. These strategies include focusing on the positive, not being a slave to desires, learning time management, accurately assessing oneself, and finding healthy ways to vent.

This article analyzes common psychological barriers such as inferiority complex, social isolation, and perfectionism in the mate selection process of older single people, and proposes adjustment strategies such as facing oneself squarely, expanding social circles, and updating concepts to help them find their ideal partner as soon as possible.

This section classifies erectile dysfunction into three types from the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine: cold stagnation in the liver meridian, kidney yang deficiency, and heat accumulation, and provides treatment principles. It also introduces routine blood and urine tests, NPT, and other examinations that can be performed on patients with erectile dysfunction, and provides...

This section introduces treatment methods for premature ejaculation, including sensate focus training, oral medications, intracavernosal injection, and penile dorsal nerve resection. It also lists Western medicines such as antidepressants and local anesthetics, and discusses the treatment of premature ejaculation from the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine by classifying and treating...

This section introduces traditional Chinese medicine preparations and single-herb prescriptions for lower back pain during sexual intercourse, and elaborates on the treatment principles for three types of penile pain: liver qi stagnation, cold stagnation in the liver meridian, and kidney deficiency penile pain. It also provides detailed differentiation and treatment of four types of kidney...

This article continues to explore methods for identifying psychological abnormalities, focusing on pathological indicators and psychological experimental test indicators. It analyzes the advantages, disadvantages, and applicable conditions of various methods and points out the limitations of a single indicator.

Harvard research shows that men over 50 who exercise regularly have a 30% lower risk of erectile dysfunction. Running for 3 hours a week or brisk walking for 30 minutes a day can extend effective lifespan by 10 years. Exercise protects the cardiovascular system and also protects erectile function.

High blood lipids are a "silent killer" of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases in men and an indirect factor leading to erectile dysfunction. This article analyzes the association between high blood lipids and excessive consumption of fatty and sweet foods, lack of exercise, smoking, and alcohol consumption, and points out their negative impact on sexual function. It highlights ten...

90% of cases of impotence are treatable. This article introduces various treatment options, from drug injections and vacuum aspirators to penile implantation, analyzing their advantages, disadvantages, and success rates to help patients make informed choices.

Men's infidelity is often not driven by sex, but rather by a lack of communication, emotional loneliness, or marital discord. This article analyzes the underlying causes of extramarital affairs through expert interviews and warns that infidelity rarely saves a marriage.

Monogamy is a healthy system, but why do men still have extramarital affairs? This article analyzes primate behavior to explore the oscillation between gibbons and chimpanzees in humans, and the necessity of marriage for raising children.

Back pain, abdominal pain, athlete's foot, and other common ailments can be quite bothersome. This article offers prevention and treatment methods for athlete's foot, back pain, food poisoning, headaches, hemorrhoids, insomnia, and dysentery caused by changes in environment, helping you stay away from common ailments.

Some people fear success and crave failure. This article lists nine strategies that guarantee failure: refusing to share power, making enemies, being arrogant, betraying those who have helped them, delaying personnel matters, sacrificing long-term gains for short-term benefits, and failing to innovate.

This section refutes the erroneous view that "not ejaculating during intercourse preserves vitality," pointing out that this can lead to congestion of the reproductive system, prostatitis, and other harms. It emphasizes that semen is mainly composed of water, and nocturnal emission is a normal physiological process. It also clarifies that penis size does not affect female orgasm. Finally, it...

This section defines retrograde ejaculation (the sensation of ejaculation but the semen is discharged into the bladder). Common causes are analyzed, such as bladder neck sphincter dysfunction, chronic inflammation, diabetes, medication effects, and surgical injury. Diagnosis relies on post-ejaculation urine analysis to detect sperm and fructose. Treatment includes surgery (bladder neck YV...

This section explains the physiological basis for the 3-month treatment course for male infertility (sperm production takes approximately 90 days). It reminds infertile couples to face the situation calmly, avoid unfavorable environments, and increase nutrition. It analyzes that both excessively frequent sexual activity (leading to decreased sperm quality) and excessively infrequent sexual...