Patient's question:
This symptom has persisted for some time. It's been feeling like lower back pain and a constant sensation of heaviness in the lower abdomen, along with a feeling of incomplete urination. There's also some secretions leaking from the urethral opening. The hospital examination indicated prostatitis. Please ask: What should be done upon discovering prostatitis? How is the diagnosis of this condition made?Doctor's answer:
Prostatitis generally leads to symptoms such as frequent urination, urinary pain, difficulty urinating, and pain in the perineum and lower abdomen. It can also cause sexual dysfunction, such as reduced libido, premature ejaculation, and frequent nocturnal emissions. Drinking more water is recommended, as it helps prevent concentrated urine from irritating the prostate and allows timely elimination of bacteria from the urine. Avoid spicy and stimulating foods, as well as smoking and alcohol consumption. For patients with prostatitis, timely treatment can reduce the likelihood of recurrence. If left untreated, it may affect fertility. Therefore, patients should seek timely symptomatic treatment and avoid overexertion in daily life while paying attention to personal hygiene. Wishing you a speedy recovery.