Patient's question:
I got married last year, and recently I've been feeling weak in my sexual performance. Also, when I go to the bathroom, I've noticed that my urine is cloudy, and there's a bit of a stinging sensation at the urethral opening. The check-up suggested it might be prostatitis. I'm really worried because I haven't had children yet. Could you please answer: Is benign prostatic hyperplasia the same as prostatitis?Doctor's answer:
Although both are problems related to the prostate, the two are different diseases. However, many cases are recurrent, and the main symptoms also differ. For example, young patients are often based on prostatitis, primarily showing symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, and urine splitting. Middle-aged and elderly men, on the other hand, have benign prostatic hyperplasia accompanied by prostatitis. In addition to the symptoms mentioned above, the condition of benign prostatic hyperplasia tends to recur, requiring long-term medication. For male patients, it is important to seek medical attention immediately at a professional and reputable hospital. Treatment should be considered based on the results of thorough examinations. Additionally, proper diet and abstinence from sexual activity should be maintained. Finally, we wish all patients a speedy recovery.