Patient's question:
I noticed that I have difficulty urinating or experience interruptions while urinating after drinking alcohol. At the time, I didn't know the reason. Recently, I've noticed mild redness and discomfort at the urethral opening, along with a slight burning sensation during urination. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
Prostatitis is one of the common diseases among adult males. Although it is not a direct life-threatening disease, it severely interferes with patients' quality of life. Prostatitis patients account for 8% to 25% of urology outpatient patients, and approximately 50% of men will be affected by prostatitis at some point in their lives. It is relatively better to conduct further detailed examinations to determine the cause, whether it is bacterial or non-bacterial, as different treatments are required for different types. It is better to undergo thorough examinations and then receive targeted treatment. Pay attention to increasing sitting and standing, maintaining regular sexual activity, and avoiding spicy and irritating foods.