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 slight burning 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 tell me what the examination items for prostatitis are?Doctor's answer:
The detailed examination items for chronic prostatitis include:。(1) Prostatic fluid examination: A negative result from a single examination cannot easily rule out the disease; while a positive result generally confirms the diagnosis of chronic prostatitis.(2) Digital rectal examination: It is a routine examination for prostatitis. During the examination, the prostate size varies, the surface is irregular, some glands become hardened or have small nodules, and the vast majority exhibit mild tenderness.(3) Bacteriological examination: It is beneficial for diagnosis and treatment. A positive result can confirm the diagnosis of bacterial chronic prostatitis. Chronic prostatitis has multiple causes, and additional measures should be taken based on different etiologies. First, it is important to promote sexual hygiene and eliminate psychological anxiety; timely medical examination and diagnosis in regular hospitals, as well as understanding systematic treatment.