Patient's question:
In the past two or three years, I have been experiencing frequent nocturnal emissions, averaging about seven or eight times a month. Whenever I sleep in a semi-recumbent position, I never have nocturnal emissions. However, if I suddenly roll over to a prone position during the night, I will have nocturnal emissions. Over the past year, I have also noticed significant hair loss, and my hair is becoming increasingly sparse. After nocturnal emissions, my lower back and knees feel weak for three days. My complexion has also become darker than before. Could you please help me determine whether it is Yin deficiency or Yang deficiency? What medication would be suitable? If it is Six Flavor (Liù Wèi), how long should I take it? Please attached a photo of my tongue.Doctor's answer:
There is usually a phenomenon of kidney yin deficiency in this case, and many nourishing kidney yin herbs can be used to achieve the effect of treatment, which will then improve. Symptomatic nourishment is generally effective, with many herbs like Qi Ju Di Huang Wan and Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan achieving the effect of treatment and leading to improvement. This requires nourishing the liver and kidney yin to improve, as the condition of spermatorrhea tends to be recurrent and requires long-term medication.For male patients, it is important to seek professional and regular medical treatment immediately. Treatment should be considered based on the results of a thorough examination. Additionally, it is necessary to quit smoking and drinking and pay attention to personal hygiene.