Workaholics, please leave some time in your life; those with erectile dysfunction (ED) need stress reduction and exercise.

2026-04-22

**Article 16**

**Striving professionals, please leave some time for life.**

**Case Study**

**Name: Wang Hongqi (pseudonym), 35 years old**

**Region: Beijing**

**Occupation: Account Manager at a Foreign Company**

Wang Hongqi, who lives in Beijing, is 35 years old this year. As a client manager at a foreign company, he has a good income, good taste, and a good image. His performance in front of his wife every night is even better, conquering her time and time again. Although they are approaching the seven-year itch, their relationship remains sweet and loving.

A promotion suddenly changed Xiao Wang's life. His responsibilities increased dramatically, and he had very little free time. He needed to monitor project progress daily, often working until the early hours of the morning during crucial periods. The pressure was immense, and he had little time for exercise. To replenish his exhausted body with nutrients, he ate lavishly every day, with animal organs and seafood being his favorites. As a result, he unknowingly gained weight.

It wasn't until recently, when his wife started ignoring him, that he realized he'd been so busy with work that he'd neglected her. So he decided to arrange everything in advance, go home early, buy flowers, and prepare for a romantic get-together. But he found he no longer had the same erection; it was limp and powerless. His wife didn't complain, but he felt incredibly frustrated and finally mustered the courage to go to the hospital for a checkup.

Guan Weimin, Deputy Chief Physician of the Department of Urology at the Naval General Hospital: For modern middle-aged men, irregular lifestyles, heavy workloads, and unbalanced diets can all lead to neurasthenia, anxiety, and even reduce men's libido. Constant overtime work, social engagements, and the pressure of competition and promotion have also caused many men struggling in cities to suffer from erectile dysfunction.

If you experience symptoms of erectile dysfunction, it is crucial to seek timely medical attention at a reputable medical institution. Do not delay seeking treatment or blindly trust advertising claims. At large, comprehensive hospitals, patients with erectile dysfunction can typically undergo a thorough physical examination, laboratory tests (hormone levels, etc.), and specialized examinations (penile erection tests, etc.), leading to systematic treatment. While a small number of patients require surgery, most cases of erectile dysfunction can be resolved with psychotherapy and medication.

Immense social, anxiety, and work pressures have led to an increase in men suffering from erectile dysfunction. The combination of physical and psychological exhaustion, coupled with criticism and complaints from their wives, makes it difficult for them to cope. Therefore, for men experiencing erectile dysfunction, the first step is to rationally manage their stress levels based on their individual circumstances.

Some men experience high levels of stress and often resort to unhealthy ways to relieve their distress, such as smoking, drinking, speeding, or excessive video gaming. However, this not only fails to alleviate the stress but also harms their health. The correct approach is to consciously slow down the pace of life and allow the tense mind to relax. Learning to confide in loved ones and friends about one's worries and stress provides an outlet for release.

Some unhealthy lifestyle habits of those who work long hours need to be improved. For example, prolonged sitting and lack of exercise can lead to erectile dysfunction. It's best to stand up and move around after sitting for 1-2 hours to relax your muscles. Regular exercise is important; choose a non-competitive activity and set an achievable goal. Excessive alcohol consumption, smoking, and prolonged high-intensity work should also be stopped as soon as possible. Drink plenty of water, avoid staying up late, and don't hold your urine.

To improve sexual life, enhance penile erection hardness, and restore confidence in sexual activity, patients with erectile dysfunction can take Viagra under the guidance of a doctor. Numerous studies have shown that taking 50-100mg of Viagra one hour before sexual activity can treat erectile dysfunction with an effectiveness rate of up to 70%. Viagra is effective for psychogenic, organic, and mixed types of erectile dysfunction, and is safe and effective, making it a first-line drug for treating erectile dysfunction. Note that you should not purchase medications online, as many substandard drugs can cause unexpected harm to patients.