Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia · Damp-Heat Downpour Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Pelvis

Pattern Overview

Damp-Heat Downpour is a common pattern in benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), characterized by prostatic inflammation with urinary obstruction, difficult urination, burning sensation, yellow urine, and frequent urination. The core pathogenesis is accumulation of Damp-Heat in the lower Jiao, causing prostatic inflammation, edema, and urethral obstruction.

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia · Kidney-Yang Deficiency Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Pelvis

Pattern Overview

Kidney-Yang Deficiency is a common pattern in benign prostatic hyperplasia, characterized by aging-related prostatic enlargement, weak voiding, frequent urination (especially at night), cold intolerance, and low back soreness. The core pathogenesis is Kidney-Yang deficiency failing to warm the lower Jiao, leading to reduced detrusor contractility, incomplete emptying, and urinary frequency.

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia · Qi Stagnation-Blood Stasis Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Pelvis

Pattern Overview

Qi Stagnation-Blood Stasis is a pattern in benign prostatic hyperplasia, characterized by prostatic stromal hyperplasia with congestion, difficult urination, pelvic pain, dark urine, and incomplete emptying. The core pathogenesis is Qi stagnation and Blood stasis in the pelvic region, causing prostatic congestion, stromal hyperplasia, and urinary obstruction.

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia · Spleen-Kidney Qi Deficiency Pattern

Updated: June 23, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 7 min

Body Area: Pelvis

Pattern Overview

Spleen-Kidney Qi Deficiency is a chronic pattern in benign prostatic hyperplasia, characterized by detrusor weakness with incomplete emptying, fatigue, weak voiding, frequent urination, and post-void dribbling. The core pathogenesis is Spleen-Kidney Qi deficiency failing to support bladder function, leading to reduced detrusor contractility, incomplete emptying, and urinary retention.

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): TCM Acupuncture Points & Herbal Relief Guide

Updated: June 22, 2026
Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM
Reading Time: 8 min
Body Area: Pelvis / Lower Abdomen

Overview

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) affects more than 50% of men aged 50 and older, making it the most common urological condition in aging males. It causes lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) including urinary frequency, urgency, hesitancy, weak stream, nocturia (waking at night to urinate), and incomplete bladder emptying—collectively disrupting sleep, daily activities, and quality of life.