Does prostatitis affect pregnancy?

Written by Du Rui Xia
Obstetrics
Updated on March 12, 2025
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When a man has prostatitis, it can affect the normal chances of a woman becoming pregnant. This is because prostatitis often affects the quality of sperm, leading to conditions such as oligospermia, asthenospermia, and failure of sperm to liquefy. It is advisable to go to the hospital for an examination to determine the specific severity of the condition, and under the guidance of a doctor, medication can be used for treatment. Additionally, it is important to develop good living habits, avoid overwork, ensure adequate sleep, and avoid staying up late. Eating foods rich in zinc can help improve the quality of sperm.

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Can prostatitis heal itself?

Prostatitis can have a certain degree of self-healing capability. Generally, mild prostatitis can be managed by improving lifestyle habits, such as by increasing water intake, enhancing overall lifestyle habits, engaging in regular exercise, and maintaining controlled sexual activity, among others, which can all benefit the self-healing of the prostate. Additionally, when prostatitis occurs, it may be observed initially before considering medication. In cases of nonbacterial prostatitis, oral medication is generally not necessary; rather, treatments such as sitz baths can be used to achieve therapeutic goals. For bacterial prostatitis, it can generally be treated with anti-inflammatory medications to achieve some improvement. Of course, the best way to facilitate self-healing of prostatitis is by improving daily lifestyle habits. (Specific medications should be taken under the guidance of a physician.)

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How to treat prostatitis with frequent urination

Patients with prostatitis often experience symptoms such as frequent urination and incomplete bladder emptying. For these symptoms, it's important to visit a urology department at a hospital promptly. Through routine prostate fluid analysis, culture of prostate fluid, and susceptibility testing, the specific cause of prostatitis can be determined, allowing for targeted treatment. If the prostatitis is bacterial, antibiotic treatment is necessary. Commonly used antibiotics include quinolones and cephalosporins. At the same time, medications that improve urinary discomfort such as alpha-blockers or phytotherapeutic drugs can be used to alleviate symptoms like frequent urination by relaxing the urethral smooth muscle, improving symptoms of frequency and incomplete emptying. Physical treatments like warm sitz baths, microwave therapy, and shortwave therapy can also be employed. During treatment, it's crucial to eat a light diet, avoid spicy and irritating foods, avoid sitting for long periods, and avoid holding in urine. (Please use medications under the guidance of a doctor.)

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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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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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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.