Where does prostatitis hurt?

Written by Wang Shuai
Urology
Updated on September 01, 2024
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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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Can moxibustion treat prostatitis?

Actually, moxibustion is not very effective in treating prostatitis. Because moxibustion is a long-term treatment method and cannot achieve effective treatment within a short period. Prompt treatment is necessary for prostatic fluid because slow treatment can lead to chronic prostatitis, which is difficult to cure. It is recommended to first take medications in a timely manner and then use acupuncture in combination with other treatments to effectively speed up the healing process. Prostatitis is mainly caused by not maintaining cleanliness in the private area, frequent masturbation, excessive sexual activity, etc. Therefore, it is essential to pay more attention in daily life.

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Can fire therapy cure prostatitis?

Fire therapy actually cannot effectively treat prostatitis, but it can help alleviate the symptoms of prostatitis. For the treatment of prostatitis, it is still necessary to first alleviate and improve the condition by taking medication, and conduct medication treatment under the guidance of a doctor. Do not blindly use medications to avoid worsening the condition. It is important to drink plenty of water and urinate frequently to expel some toxins through urine and prevent urinary tract infections. It is suggested to engage in an appropriate amount of physical exercise regularly to increase the body's resistance and improve the symptoms of the disease.

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What department should I go to for prostatitis?

Prostatitis commonly occurs in young males. After the onset of prostatitis, patients generally exhibit symptoms such as frequent urination, urgent urination, and painful urination. Some patients may also experience heaviness and pain in the perineal and anal region. It is important to timely visit the urology department of a hospital, where diagnosis can be confirmed through routine examination of prostate fluid, culture and antibiogram of prostate fluid, prostate ultrasonography, and even digital rectal examination of the prostate. Treatment should be based on the results of these examinations. If the prostatitis is bacterial, sensitive antibiotics should be used for regular treatment. If the patient has significant urinary discomfort, medications that improve urinary symptoms can be added to the treatment. If the patient also experiences significant pelvic pain, the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory pain medications can be considered. (Please take medications under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Can prostatitis affect fertility?

Patients with prostatitis can still be fertile. There are various types of prostatitis, with chronic nonbacterial prostatitis being more common in clinical settings. This type of prostatitis generally does not affect the quality of male semen and does not significantly impact fertility, so there is no need to be overly concerned about fertility issues. However, in the case of bacterial prostatitis, it is possible to culture prostatic fluid and perform susceptibility testing to identify the pathogenic microorganisms causing bacterial prostatitis and the antibiotics they are sensitive to. Active treatment with sensitive antibiotics should be undertaken regularly. Once the bacteria are eradicated, it is then possible to proceed with normal pregnancy planning. Regular physical exercise should be emphasized, avoiding prolonged sitting and holding urine, and consuming a light diet can effectively prevent the occurrence of prostatitis.

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What causes prostatitis?

Prostatitis commonly occurs in young males, with various causes, the most common being bacterial infection. If it is bacterial prostatitis caused by bacterial infection, it is often seen in patients who previously suffered from urethritis, seminal vesiculitis, etc., and did not receive timely treatment. The bacteria spread along the reproductive tract to the prostate, causing prostatitis. Additionally, patients with long-term indwelling catheters are also prone to acute prostatitis. Furthermore, prostatic needle biopsies can lead to the condition. Nonbacterial prostatitis is mostly caused by poor lifestyle habits, such as prolonged alcohol consumption, sitting for long periods, holding urine, long-term driving, long-term cycling, and staying up late, all of which can lead to nonbacterial prostatitis.