Patient's question:
Feeling very uncomfortable in the private area, that feeling can't be described, it affects work and life very much, it's very troublesome. What are the differences between prostatitis and prostatodynia?Doctor's answer:
Prostatitis is a symptom, while prostatitis is a name of a disease. This is the fundamental difference. The pain in the prostate is usually manifested in the middle of the lower abdomen and can recur in cases of prostatitis. Additionally, it can also suggest the presence of a tumor or fibrosis in the prostate. If there is pain in the middle of the lower abdomen, accompanied by sexual dysfunction and urinary abnormalities, it is necessary to consider that the problem may be related to the prostate. It is important to actively seek medical attention at the urology department for a color Doppler ultrasound of the prostate and a thorough examination of prostatic fluid to clarify the situation. In addition to receiving standard treatment for prostatitis, patients also need to pay attention to nursing aspects, such as maintaining a proper diet and keeping a positive mood. At the same time, patients should also pay attention to choosing a reputable hospital for diagnosis to obtain good treatment outcomes.