Prostate cysts should be seen in the urology department.

Written by Wang Shuai
Urology
Updated on September 22, 2024
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Prostate cysts are a benign lesion of the prostate, and if one has a prostate cyst, it is necessary to seek treatment in the urology department of a hospital. In the case of prostate cysts, if no discomfort symptoms are caused, there generally is no need for special treatment. However, some patients might experience symptoms similar to those of prostatitis due to the presence of cysts, such as frequent urination, urgent urination, and a feeling of incomplete bladder emptying. For such cases, local hot compresses can be applied, or oral medications like Prostakang tablets and Tamsulosin Hydrochloride Controlled Release Tablets may be used to improve symptoms of urinary discomfort. If the cyst is large and compresses the urethra, even causing urinary retention, it is recommended to opt for surgery as soon as possible. (Medications should be used under the guidance of a clinical doctor, according to the specific situation.)

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What department should I go to for a prostate cyst?

The appearance of prostate cysts is primarily due to the gradual formation after the blockage of the gland's small tubes. If diagnosed with a prostate cyst, it is necessary to visit the urology department of a hospital promptly. Most patients with prostate cysts do not experience discomfort, and these cysts are generally discovered during ultrasound examinations in physical check-ups. For such small cysts without any discomfort, special treatment is usually not necessary. If symptoms like frequent urination, urgent urination, or incomplete bladder emptying occur, improvements can be made via local hot compresses or warm sitz baths. If the cyst is large and compresses the urethra, causing urinary retention, it is advisable to consider surgery as soon as possible to remove the cyst and restore the flow of urination.

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Can prostate cysts affect fertility?

Prostate cysts do not affect male fertility issues, as the major factor influencing male fertility is sperm quality. If you are concerned about fertility, it is advisable to visit the urology department of a hospital for a routine semen analysis to ensure there are no issues with sperm quality. As long as the sperm quality is fine, there is no need to worry about fertility. Most patients with prostate cysts do not experience any discomfort and do not require special treatment. However, some larger prostate cysts may compress the urethra, leading to symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, incomplete urination, or complete blockage of the urethra causing urinary retention. In such cases, surgery to remove the cyst may be considered to restore normal urine flow.

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How to treat prostatic cysts?

Prostate cysts are benign lesions of the prostate, and most patients do not experience any symptoms. They are generally discovered during ultrasound examinations at medical check-ups. For these asymptomatic prostate cysts, no special treatment is necessary; monitoring the cyst size through ultrasound every six months to a year is sufficient. However, some patients may experience recurrent prostatitis due to the presence of the cysts, and even develop prostate stones. If symptoms are not severe, oral traditional Chinese medicines can be taken, or local heat application, warm water sitz baths can be used to alleviate urinary discomfort. If the cyst is large enough to compress the urethra, causing urinary retention, early surgical intervention to remove the cyst is recommended.

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Prostate cysts should be seen in the urology department.

Prostate cysts are a benign lesion of the prostate, and if one has a prostate cyst, it is necessary to seek treatment in the urology department of a hospital. In the case of prostate cysts, if no discomfort symptoms are caused, there generally is no need for special treatment. However, some patients might experience symptoms similar to those of prostatitis due to the presence of cysts, such as frequent urination, urgent urination, and a feeling of incomplete bladder emptying. For such cases, local hot compresses can be applied, or oral medications like Prostakang tablets and Tamsulosin Hydrochloride Controlled Release Tablets may be used to improve symptoms of urinary discomfort. If the cyst is large and compresses the urethra, even causing urinary retention, it is recommended to opt for surgery as soon as possible. (Medications should be used under the guidance of a clinical doctor, according to the specific situation.)

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Is there a treatment method for prostate cysts?

Prostate cysts are a benign condition of the prostate, generally discovered during ultrasonic examinations of the urinary system. The treatment for prostate cysts primarily depends on the size of the cyst and whether it can cause related symptoms. If the prostate cyst is small and asymptomatic, it may not require treatment. However, if the cyst is large, it can compress the bladder, leading to urethral blockage, and cause symptoms like difficulty urinating, frequent urination, urgency, or even urinary retention, and can also compress the rectum causing difficulty in defecation. In such cases where these symptoms are present, surgical treatment is needed. There are two types of surgeries: one is the percutaneous treatment of the prostate cyst and the other is transurethral resection of the prostate.