What symptoms can chronic prostatitis exhibit?

Written by Chen Feng
Urology
Updated on May 20, 2025
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The most common symptoms of chronic prostatitis are frequent urination, urgency, and painful urination. Patients will urinate frequently, and experience a stinging or burning sensation in the urethra during urination. Additionally, after urinating, a small amount of white discharge, primarily inflammatory secretions from the prostate, may drip from the urethral opening. Chronic prostatitis may also manifest as discomfort or pain in the lower abdomen or perineum. Some patients may experience sexual dysfunction, such as erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, or frequent nocturnal emissions. Pain and discomfort may also occur during ejaculation. For patients with chronic prostatitis, it is necessary to collect prostatic fluid for examination to observe an increase in white blood cells. Prostatic fluid can also be cultured and sensitivity testing can be done to select appropriate antibiotics for treatment.

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Can chronic prostatitis eat beef?

Patients with chronic prostatitis can eat beef, as it does not aggravate the symptoms of chronic prostatitis or affect its treatment. Patients with chronic prostatitis should mainly avoid spicy and irritating foods, alcohol, and should not hold in urine or sit for long periods. They should also avoid long durations of cycling, motorcycling, or horseback riding. In daily life, they should focus on a light and easily digestible diet, eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, and drink plenty of warm plain water.

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Is chronic prostatitis an incurable disease?

Chronic prostatitis is not an incurable disease; it is a common urological disorder. Chronic prostatitis is most commonly seen in young and middle-aged men, primarily due to bacterial invasion in the prostate gland, leading to inflammation and infection within the gland. Patients with chronic prostatitis should not be overly burdened mentally. It is advisable to actively visit the local hospital's urology or andrology department for systematic examination. Treatment should be based on the examination results, using sensitive antibiotics. Additionally, taking warm water sitz baths every night and regularly visiting the hospital for prostate massage therapy can be beneficial.

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Can I occasionally drink a bottle of red wine with chronic prostatitis?

Patients with chronic prostatitis should not drink red wine. Chronic prostatitis has a long course of disease, mainly characterized by frequent urination, urgency, and painful urination. After urinating, a small amount of white secretion may drip out. Patients may also experience discomfort or pain in the pubic or perineal area. In some severe cases, there might be a decline in sexual function, manifesting as erectile dysfunction or premature ejaculation. Patients with chronic prostatitis generally need to use anti-inflammatory drugs that have a strong ability to penetrate the prostatic capsule, such as erythromycin and doxycycline. During the treatment period, patients should not drink alcohol, sit for long periods, or ride bicycles for an extended time. Treatment can also be complemented with sitz baths and prostate massage. (Please use medication under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Can chronic prostatitis be detected by B-ultrasound?

Chronic prostatitis cannot be detected by ultrasound. Ultrasound can only observe the size of the prostate and whether there are nodules inside the prostate gland, but it cannot diagnose whether a patient has chronic prostatitis. Chronic prostatitis must be diagnosed through routine examination of prostate fluid. Patients can visit the urology department of their local hospital for this examination. The first step involves prostate massage. Through this massage, prostate fluid is extracted from the external opening of the urethra, and then this fluid is tested in the laboratory for diagnosis.

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Is chronic prostatitis secondary infection easy to treat?

Patients with chronic prostatitis who develop secondary infections need to clearly identify the pathogenic bacteria and the corresponding sensitive drugs to facilitate treatment. This can be determined through culturing the prostatic fluid and conducting sensitivity tests. Once the pathogenic bacteria and their sensitive drugs are identified, targeted and rational treatment can generally be more effectively managed. For chronic prostatitis patients, it is crucial to maintain a regular medication schedule and enhance lifestyle care, including eating a light diet, avoiding spicy and irritating foods, and regulating the frequency of sexual activity.