Patient's question:
An elderly family member accidentally developed benign prostatic hyperplasia and needs to avoid certain foods. Could you please tell me what foods should be avoided by patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia?Doctor's answer:
Prostate hyperplasia is a relatively common disease, very prevalent among middle-aged and elderly men. If it is not treated promptly, it can cause numerous disruptions to the patient's life and work. We hope that patients will pay attention.1. Light diet. The diet should be light, with more vegetables and fruits, and less high-fat and spicy foods, to avoid congestion in the genital organs and to prevent worsening of conditions like hemorrhoids, constipation, etc., which may lead to difficulties in urination and cause inflammation.
2. Avoid overexertion. In daily life, exercise and work should be moderate, with a balance between work and rest. Overexertion can deplete qi, and insufficient qi can lead to weak urination and result in urinary retention.
3. Physical exercise. Adhering to morning runs and other activities every day can enhance physical fitness and boost immunity.