The prostate is a male-specific reproductive gland, yet many people often lack a good and accurate understanding of the prostate. The prostate is primarily a key gland in the urinary system, and when problems arise, the first symptoms usually manifest as abnormalities in urination. If not treated promptly, it can lead to waist pain and other pathological conditions in different areas. When male friends suffer from prostatitis, what symptoms may occur? Director Ye Daoyin of the Urology Department will explain.
What are the symptoms of prostatitis?
1. Pain: Prostate pain is one of the most typical symptoms, usually felt in the lower back and urethra; as symptoms progress, it may also appear in the pelvic area and testicles. Some patients may experience radiating pain, primarily manifesting as internal discomfort, commonly felt in the abdomen or urethra.
2. Abnormal urination: The main and typical symptom for prostate patients is abnormal urination. Inflammatory secretions may often flow from the urethral opening, or patients may experience urgency and pain during urination, with some even reporting a burning sensation in the urethra, all due to intensifying inflammation.
3. Reproductive abnormalities: Due to its unique location and impact, prostatitis can easily lead to abnormalities in the male reproductive system, primarily manifested as decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, and premature ejaculation. At this point, males need to remain highly vigilant and seek timely treatment; otherwise, it could lead to male infertility. 4. Mental abnormalities: Due to the long-term occurrence of prostatitis, many patients experience significant effects on their daily lives, resulting in mental fatigue. Some may experience severe mental disturbances and drastic emotional fluctuations. In light of a series of serious complications, some patients may even develop suicidal tendencies and exhibit depressive and anxious states.
How should prostatitis be treated?
1. Antibacterial: Antibacterial treatment mainly involves targeting the pathogens causing prostatitis after conducting an investigation. This treatment is suitable when general methods show insufficient efficacy, especially in cases where bacterial infection is present. This method is significantly effective for bacterial infections, but may be less effective or even ineffective for purely inflammatory conditions.
2. Anti-inflammatory: Anti-inflammatory treatment is a fundamental approach to prostatitis, primarily aimed at alleviating inflammation to control symptoms and reduce pain for the patient. It is generally used as an adjunct therapy alongside other treatments. For patients with mild inflammation and less severe symptoms, anti-inflammatory pain relief could also be the primary treatment method.
3. Physical therapy: Physical therapy methods involve handling the lesions through physical means. Common physical interventions include physiotherapy, microwave therapy, or hot compresses, all of which show significant effects in relieving inflammation.
4. Surgery: Surgical treatment mainly targets stubborn chronic prostatitis, which often recurs and is difficult to cure completely. Therefore, to prevent prostatitis from causing other serious diseases, surgical removal is necessary.
There are various treatment methods for prostatitis; hence, the best choice must be made based on actual circumstances. Patients need to actively cooperate with doctors for examinations. Male friends who have not yet developed prostatitis should also enhance their preventive awareness in daily life to avoid the onset of prostatitis without timely treatment.
