Patient's question:
Hello doctor, I have been experiencing difficulty urinating recently, and my sex life is also not harmonious. After examination, I was diagnosed with prostatitis. How is the best way to treat prostatitis?Doctor's answer:
Common treatments for prostatitis include physical therapy (including high-frequency electric therapy, iontophoresis, magnetotherapy, sitz bath massage therapy, etc.) and medication (including antibiotic treatment, α-adrenergic blockers, muscle relaxants, traditional Chinese medicine, etc.).Recommendations:
- Quit smoking and drinking.
- Avoid spicy foods.
- Refrain from sexual intercourse and avoid excessive frequency of sexual activity.
- Prevent local cold exposure.
Additionally, adopting physical therapy can enhance treatment effectiveness. Methods include sitz bath (soak in warm water for about 10 minutes).
For prostatitis patients, timely treatment can reduce recurrence. If left untreated, it may affect overall health. Therefore, patients should seek timely and symptomatic treatment and maintain a regular sexual life while avoiding prolonged sitting. Wishing you a speedy recovery.