Patient's question:
I previously had prostatitis, and in the past few years, it has been well-controlled without recurrence. The other day, I planned to have a follow-up check-up to see if everything was fine, but the result showed the presence of prostate calcification. I am concerned that this condition might affect my health. Could you please advise on the best treatment methods for prostate calcification?Doctor's answer:
For prostatic calcification, the main cause is primarily due to a scar tissue reaction that occurs after the recovery of prostatic inflammation. This phenomenon, if it reappears, can easily lead to prostatic stones. Currently, in terms of treatment, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has shown better results compared to Western medicine and also prevents destructive damage to the prostate. From a TCM perspective, prostatic calcification is believed to be caused by qi stagnation and blood stasis in the prostate area, as well as damp-heat in the lower jiao. Treatment requires herbal formulas that focus on removing damp-heat and promoting blood circulation to resolve stasis. Generally, a treatment period of about two months is recommended. However, it is advisable to consult an experienced TCM practitioner who can tailor the herbal prescription to your specific constitution for faster improvement. Once the condition improves, it will not affect fertility. For patients with prostatic calcification, timely treatment can reduce the likelihood of recurrence. If left untreated, it may negatively impact overall health.