Patient's question:
I am 35 years old. During a physical examination at my workplace, it was found that I have benign prostatic hyperplasia. Please ask: Can sitz baths treat benign prostatic hyperplasia?Doctor's answer:
It has a relieving effect. Generally, use a large half-bowl of hot water before bed, ensuring it's not too hot. The Sitz bath duration should be 20 to 30 minutes, during which warm water should be continuously added to maintain the temperature. This heat therapy can promote local blood circulation and has excellent health benefits and therapeutic effects. It is particularly effective for treating testicular pain and perineal fullness. However, this method should not be used by individuals preparing to conceive, those with varicocele, or those with acute infections of the urinary and reproductive systems. It is best to seek professional urological treatment for prostatitis at a specialized hospital to ensure basic safety.