Patient's question:
Grandpa had just undergone surgery for benign prostatic hyperplasia. What kind of dietary supplements should he eat? He cannot eat spicy foods, alcohol, smoking, etc. What should he eat more of?Doctor's answer:
Meat: Lean meat, pork heart, pork kidney, pork lung, pork tongue, pork stomach, duck meat, chicken or hen chicken, eggs, quail, pigeon, etc.Seeds: Pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, etc., to be consumed daily, with no restrictions on quantity.
Fruits: All fruits except lychee, longan, mango, durian, and pineapple can be eaten.
Whole grains, soy products, five grains, tubers, and legume foods can be consumed in abundance.
Eat more honey to maintain regular bowel movements.
Prostate enlargement can be stabilized, but the treatment process is generally slow, and relapse is common after treatment. Therefore, active cooperation with the doctor and appropriate medication are essential during treatment. Additionally, patients should avoid prolonged sitting or riding and pay close attention to personal hygiene.