Patient's question:
Male, 52 years old. Initial symptoms were frequent urination, constantly running to the bathroom whether needed or not, and a strong odor. Later, he experienced an inability to suppress the urge to urinate, often wetting his pants (often noticed dampness in the groin area). Recently, he has been bedwetting without any awareness at night. It is very frustrating. He used to take drugs in his youth, for over 20 years. At his age, he averages about one pound of alcohol consumption. Is this a problem with the prostate or the kidneys? As his only child, what should I do?Doctor's answer:
Your condition is considered to fall within the scope of prostatitis. You also have nocturnal enuresis caused by kidney deficiency and weak kidney qi in traditional Chinese medicine. It is necessary to restrain sexual activity to prevent overexertion from sexual intercourse, which may worsen the condition. Avoid spicy and greasy foods, excessive mental strain, and pay attention to mental adjustment. Maintain a cheerful and pleasant mood—this is both a preventive measure and a treatment measure. Additionally, it is recommended to take oral medications for long-term conditioning. Prostatitis can be stabilized, but the treatment period is generally long, and the condition is prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, active cooperation with the doctor's treatment and proper medication use are essential. Additionally, patients should follow a light diet, avoid foods, and not smoke or drink beer.