Patient's question:
A 23-year-old male with prostatitis has undergone three courses of treatment and has recovered. However, it has now recurred. How should prostatitis be treated?Doctor's answer:
Prostatitis, commonly chronic non-bacterial prostatitis, can recur symptoms such as frequent urination, urinary urgency, discomfort in the perineum and testicles, damp scrotum, and sexual dysfunction. Laboratory tests of prostatic fluid routine and bacterial culture of prostatic fluid are needed for diagnosis. The treatment of this condition is somewhat challenging, but it can be cured. Generally, a comprehensive evaluation approach is adopted, such as oral medications, prostate massage, and sitz baths. You mentioned a sitz bath, the specific steps are as follows: Prepare a dedicated basin, pour warm water into it, then sit in the water with the water covering the penis. Soak for 15-20 minutes.