Patient's question:
Ladies and gentlemen, after a thorough examination at the hospital, the ultrasound of the prostate fluid indicated prostatitis. The traditional Chinese medicine doctor said it was kidney deficiency. Every time I urinate, it's difficult to finish, with the last bit not coming out at all. Because I had a nasal surgery and used a catheter before, it was difficult then, so I suspect my urethra is narrowed. I have tried various medications like Longbi Tong, Hala Qianmiao, Beixi Qianmiao, Qudu Qianmiao, An, Banglie An, and Tamsulosin Hydrochloride. The frequency of urination has become softer, but the feeling of incomplete urination hasn't improved. After drinking traditional Chinese medicine for kidney deficiency, my ability to hold urine has increased, but the feeling of incomplete urination is still there.Doctor's answer:
Prostatitis falls under the category of Western medicine, with typical symptoms including a weak and incomplete stream of urine. A definitive diagnosis requires a careful examination of prostatic fluid and ultrasound. Kidney deficiency is within the scope of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). In TCM, the diagnosis of diseases, apart from naming, also involves identifying patterns, and kidney deficiency is one such pattern. The two conditions share similarities in clinical symptoms, such as frequent urination. It is recommended that you pay attention to rest, avoid prolonged sitting and holding urine, quit smoking and drinking alcohol, maintain a light diet, and avoid spicy, greasy, and irritating foods.