Patient's question:
I am 25 years old, married, and single. Over the past year, whenever I go to a restaurant for dinner, I often return in a state of diarrhea, though not severe, in a thin, mushy consistency. I feel that I have frequent nocturnal emissions, ranging from every one to two days, or two to three days, or four to five days. I often experience lower back pain and feel tired frequently, as if I don't get enough sleep. Besides, I often wake up suddenly during the night.Doctor's answer:
This friend, based on the situation you mentioned, may be a manifestation of insufficient kidney yang. The yang qi in the kidneys plays a role in maintaining the normal functions of the internal organs. When it is deficient, it can lead to an overactivity of the spleen and stomach functions, resulting in symptoms like nausea and vomiting. Additionally, kidney yang is responsible for consolidating yin fluids. When it is deficient, the jingguan (spermatic gate) may not be firm, leading to frequent spermatorrhea.In this case, measures to warm the yang and nourish the kidneys can be adopted for conditioning. It is recommended to consult a traditional Chinese medicine department and have a diagnosis based on the appearance of the tongue and pulse. After confirming the condition, symptomatic medication can be prescribed for treatment.