The difference between prostate cancer and prostatitis

Written by Zhou Zi Hua

Oncology

Updated on September 23, 2024

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Prostatitis and prostate cancer have different causes. Prostatitis is caused by the invasion of pathogens into the prostate, whereas prostate cancer is mostly related to genetics, lifestyle and dietary habits, and genetic mutations. Their clinical manifestations are inconsistent; prostatitis mainly presents as pain or abnormal urination, while prostate cancer primarily shows symptoms of compression and metastasis. Of course, their treatment methods are also different.

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Where does prostatitis hurt?

Patients with prostatitis mainly present with symptoms of urinary discomfort and pelvic pain. Urinary discomfort typically manifests as frequent urination, urgency, and a feeling of incomplete bladder emptying. Pain symptoms mainly include pain around the pelvic area, usually located in the lower abdomen, perineum, and anal region. Some patients may experience pain in the sacral area, with the pain being continuous, distending, or sore. When such symptoms occur, prostatitis should be considered as a likely possibility. It is advisable to promptly visit the urology department of a regular public hospital where diagnosis can be confirmed through ultrasound, digital rectal examination, and routine prostate fluid analysis. Targeted treatment should then be administered, and if necessary, some non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs can be taken orally for pain relief. (Please use medications under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Is urinary retention prostatitis?

Urinary hesitation is just a symptom, with various underlying causes. It cannot be determined whether it is due to prostatitis solely based on the symptom of urinary hesitation. In addition to prostatitis, prostate enlargement, prostate cancer, bladder diseases, or dysfunction of the detrusor muscle can also lead to urinary hesitation. Upon experiencing urinary hesitation, it is advisable to promptly visit the urology department of a hospital for diagnosis through ultrasonography, CT scans, routine prostate fluid analysis, and even urodynamic testing to determine the specific cause of the urinary hesitation. If it is caused by prostatitis, the routine analysis of prostate fluid often indicates a reduction in lecithin bodies. If it is bacterial prostatitis, there will also be an increase in white blood cells.

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What is the best treatment for prostatitis?

The treatment of prostatitis requires following the treatment plan and course prescribed by the diagnosing doctor, taking medications on time and in the correct dosage. Generally, it is necessary to first conduct a bacterial culture and drug sensitivity test on the prostatic fluid. Based on the results, the pathogenic bacteria and sensitive antibiotics are identified, and then sensitive antibiotics are selected for oral treatment. At the same time, patients should adopt a light diet, avoid spicy and stimulating food, avoid alcohol, avoid prolonged sitting, and avoid holding in urine. A warm water sitz bath can be taken daily.

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What are the symptoms of prostatitis?

Prostatitis is generally divided into acute prostatitis and chronic prostatitis. Acute prostatitis mainly manifests as frequent urination, urgent urination, and painful urination. Patients will also experience pain and discomfort in the perineal area and the suprapubic area. Due to the swelling of the prostate gland in acute prostatitis patients, it compresses the urethra, causing difficulty urinating, thinning of the urine stream, and even an inability to urinate. Some patients may also experience fever. Chronic prostatitis has a longer course and also presents with symptoms of frequent urination, urgent urination, and painful urination. After urinating, patients may notice a white discharge from the urethral opening, and they may also experience pain and discomfort in the perineal area and the suprapubic area. Some patients may also experience sexual dysfunction, such as erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, or frequent nocturnal emissions.

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Is frequent urination alone prostatitis?

Frequent urination is just a symptom of urinary irritation, and there are many causes of frequent urination. Prostatitis is just one of the causes. Additionally, infections in the urinary system, such as urethritis, or the presence of stones or tumors in the bladder, can also lead to symptoms of frequent urination. Therefore, after experiencing frequent urination, it is essential to first visit the urology department at a hospital for routine urine tests and an ultrasonic scan of the urinary system. If necessary, conduct routine examinations of prostate fluid to identify the specific cause of the frequent urination. If it is due to a urinary tract infection, it is crucial to use antibiotics promptly. If it is caused by stones or tumors in the urethra, surgical treatment may be required in a timely manner.