Patient's question:
I was taking a nap this morning and was just about to wake up when I experienced nocturnal emission. It's really strange, what should I do? Will it affect me in the future?Doctor's answer:
Boys generally enter puberty around the age of 12-14, when they begin to experience nocturnal emissions, which is a normal phenomenon and does not cause any interference in the future. After entering puberty, the pituitary gland releases gonadotropin-releasing hormone under the influence of the hypothalamus, which then secretes luteinizing hormone, stimulating Leydig cells in the testes to produce androgens; follicle-stimulating hormone promotes the development of seminiferous tubules. Under the combined effect of these hormones, germ cells begin to evolve into sperm, which are stored in the seminal vesicles, and at this point, boys may begin to experience nocturnal emissions. The condition of nocturnal emissions can be recurrent, requiring long-term medication. Moreover, for male patients, it is important to seek medical treatment from professional and reputable hospitals in a timely manner, and treatment should be considered based on the results of thorough examinations. Additionally, proper diet and abstinence from sexual activity should be maintained.