Following are some of the main patterns related to the conditions of male sexual dysfunction:
1. Pattern of Kidney Yang Deficiency
Yang Deficiency leading to male sexual problems would have several indications which could include cold testes, soreness and weakness in the lower back and knees, poor memory, hearing and hair loss, loose teeth, aversion to cold and cold extremities. A clear sign of Yang Deficiency is the inability to achieve and maintain an erection.

2. Pattern of Kidney-Heart Imbalances
Blood flow is vital for maintaining a healthy erection for men. The Heart influences Blood circulation throughout the body, and lack of proper circulation can be detrimental to not only a man’s general wellness, but to his sexual performance as well. One clear indication of advanced blood stagnation for men would be pain of the testicles or groin, whereas numbness and tingling in the hands or feet would be seen during the earlier stages.

3. Pattern of Kidney-Liver Imbalances
The Liver channel traverses the testicles and male sexual organs and the proper flow of Qi and Blood through the Liver meridian is essential for a male to have proper sexual function. Any issue with ejaculation points to Liver congestion. A man with pent-up stress from chronic liver Qi stagnation will possibly have the need to ejaculate often. A major symptom of Liver congestion is easy anger and a feeling of frustration often.

4. Pattern of Dampness Impeding the Free Flow of Qi and Blood
When the spleen energetic organ is impaired, internal dampness can accumulate in the body blocking the flow of Qi and Blood necessary for a man to function sexually, possibly blocking the ability to maintain an erection. One symptom of Internal Dampness in a man would be prostate issues, while another may be seminal emissions during urination.