Patient's question:
I am already 30 years old this year, but I have noticed that when I take naps in the afternoon, I always experience nocturnal emissions. I want to ask the doctor what I should do?Doctor's answer:
Ejaculation during sleep is known as nocturnal emission. Ejaculation without sexual intercourse is referred to as emission. When this occurs during sleep while dreaming, it is called nocturnal emission. When it happens while awake, it is termed involuntary emission. Based on your current condition, it is more common to experience symptoms mentioned in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) such as insufficient kidney essence and insufficient kidney qi. It is recommended to visit a professional TCM hospital to consult a TCM practitioner for a comprehensive evaluation of your pulse and tongue to confirm the diagnosis. Then, under the guidance of the doctor, you can decide on herbal medications to replenish the spleen and invigorate qi.On a daily basis, it is advisable to engage in physical activities to enhance physiological well-being. Physiological nocturnal emissions are more common in young and middle-aged individuals who are physically healthy, full of energy, or prone to easily getting agitated or stressed due to overwork. Generally, experiencing one episode every two weeks is considered normal. If it occurs too frequently, you may consider taking over-the-counter herbal remedies to regulate your condition.