Patient's question:
Okay, here is the translation following your instructions:A few days ago, I went to the hospital for a check-up. The doctor said I have benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). What should I pay attention to with benign prostatic hyperplasia?
Doctor's answer:
Hello, what should be noted for benign prostatic hyperplasia?1. Avoid alcohol: Drinking can cause congestion and edema of the prostate and bladder neck, leading to urinary retention.
2. Eat less spicy food: Spicy and irritating foods can cause congestion in the sexual organs and worsen symptoms of hemorrhoids and constipation, compressing the prostate and exacerbating urination difficulties.
3. Do not hold urine: Holding urine can cause excessive bladder filling, weakening the detrusor muscle of the bladder, making urination difficult, and easily triggering acute urinary retention. Therefore, it is essential to urinate whenever the need arises.
4. Avoid overexertion: Excessive fatigue can deplete qi, and insufficient qi can lead to weak urination and increased risk of urinary retention.
5. Avoid prolonged sitting: Sitting for long periods can worsen conditions like hemorrhoids and also