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 still fine, but the result showed the presence of prostate calcification. I am concerned that this condition might affect my health. Could you please tell me: What are the symptoms of prostate calcification?Doctor's answer:
Early on, because of prostate hyperplasia stimulating the control of the posterior urethra and bladder neck, it leads to symptoms such as frequent urination and urgency. If treated at this stage, the effect is excellent. Acute urinary retention occurs when, due to alcohol consumption, cold exposure, overexertion, sexual activity, or holding back urine, the prostate and bladder neck suddenly become engorged with blood and swollen, forming acute intestinal obstruction and preventing the ability to urinate on one's own. A very small number of patients may develop bladder stones, exhibiting a phenomenon of interrupted urination. There are also a few people who show hypersexuality, sometimes manifesting frequent penile erections but without sexual desire. Frequent nocturia can disrupt rest and lead to symptoms such as hypotension due to excessive mental tension. Early diagnosis and striving for the best treatment opportunity are crucial for patients with prostatitis and prostate hyperplasia to avoid delaying the condition.