Liu, male, 13 years old. In recent months, frequent urination, more than 10 times a day, sometimes up to 20 times. Small amount of clear urine, dull pain in the lower abdomen, dry mouth, spontaneous sweating, poor appetite, thin yellow and dry tongue coating, floating and thin pulse. Initially prescribed Mantis Egg-Case Powder with modifications, 3 doses without effect. Later, a formula for clearing heat and relieving stranguria was also ineffective. Upon detailed inquiry of medical history, it was found that there was recent severe constipation, leading to the realization of spleen constrained pattern. Prescription:
Hemp Seed 12g Rhubarb Rhizoma 7g(to be decocted later) Peony Root 10g Bitter Apricot Seed Immature Orange Fruit Magnolia Bark 8g each
After taking 2 doses, the frequency of urination decreased, urine volume increased, appetite improved, and stools became slightly loose. Advised to continue with the original method, replacing raw Rhubarb Rhizoma with cooked Rhubarb Rhizoma, and taking another 2 doses. Urination returned to normal, bowel movements once a day, appetite and spirit improved. Continued with spleen-strengthening and kidney-nourishing methods for follow-up.