Can prostatic calculi patients take sitz baths?

Written by Wang Jian
Urology
Updated on May 04, 2025
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Yes. Prostatic calculi generally result from the accumulation of prostatic fluid and are mostly a manifestation of chronic prostatitis. If the prostatic calculi are asymptomatic, no treatment is required. If chronic prostatitis is present along with symptoms like frequent urination, urgency, incomplete emptying, increased nocturia, urinary splitting, and pain in the lumbar sacral and perineal areas, warm water sitz baths are recommended. Warm water sitz baths typically use water at about 42°C, conducted twice daily, morning and evening, each lasting 20 minutes. It is also best to use some medication to improve symptoms, such as antibiotics and drugs that reduce urethral resistance and suppress bladder spasms. Additionally, it is advisable to avoid prolonged sitting and holding urine, and to reduce consumption of spicy and stimulating foods. Larger prostatic stones are generally treated surgically.

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What is good to eat for prostate stones?

People with prostate stones should avoid eating persimmons, especially the seeds. This is because persimmon seeds contain tannins which can easily form bonds in the stomach and intestines. Once entering the bloodstream, they can lead to the formation of clots, so it's advised not to eat persimmons. Additionally, it is important to drink plenty of water and consume fruits and vegetables that promote urination, such as watermelons. It is also advisable to avoid eating hot pot and drinking strong spirits like Baijiu. Prostate stones can potentially cause infections, which may not be immediately noticeable. However, consuming alcohol, seafood, or hot pot can aggravate these infections, leading to more severe inflammation.

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Can prostate stones be passed through urine?

Prostate stones cannot be excreted through urination, as they generally form inside the prostate gland. If the stones are not large, most patients do not experience any discomfort and do not require special treatment. If the presence of the stones repeatedly triggers prostate inflammation, this condition can be managed simply by using targeted antibiotics to control the infection. However, if the prostate stones are relatively large and significantly impact the patient’s life, such as causing repeated infections, hematuria (blood in urine), or hemospermia (blood in semen), then surgical intervention may be considered.

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Can prostate stones be removed?

Prostate stones are typically very small and do not cause any discomfort to the patient. However, if accompanied by conditions such as prostate enlargement or prostatitis, urinary abnormalities such as frequent urination, urgency, terminal hematuria, and difficulty urinating may occur. In the usual treatment of prostate stones, if symptoms are present, they are mostly caused by prostatitis. Treating the prostatitis is sufficient, and it is not necessary to remove the stones. However, if the prostate stones are very large, traditional open surgery, which involves the removal of prostate stones through the urethra, can be used. This is generally suitable for younger patients. It is often difficult to remove prostate stones, but a similar effect can generally be achieved through minimally invasive surgery.

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How are prostate stones formed?

The formation of prostate stones is mainly due to prostatic calcification. Prostatic calcification generally occurs after an individual has suffered from prostatitis. During the healing process of prostatitis, fibrosis and calcium deposits occur in the local prostatic tissue forming calcification foci, which gradually develop into stones. In some patients, stones form gradually due to the blockage of the prostatic ducts. Many patients with prostate stones do not experience discomfort, and for those without symptoms, special treatment may not be necessary. However, some patients may experience symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, and incomplete voiding due to the presence of prostate stones. For such cases, local physiotherapy and warm sitz baths can be used to alleviate the symptoms.

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How long does it take to expel prostate stones?

Prostatic calculi are essentially calcification spots or patches within the prostate gland. They cannot be expelled from the body and primarily result from prior prostate inflammation, which leads to glandular calcification. This condition does not require treatment and does not affect the patient's health. If the patient with prostatic calculi also suffers from prostatitis, it is necessary to treat the prostatitis with medication. Patients can visit the urology department at local hospitals for examination and treatment.