Patient's question:
Sometimes there is frequent urination and difficulty urinating, damp scrotum, and suspicion of prostatitis. I haven't gone to the hospital for diagnosis yet. If I don't go to the hospital, will it get better with home care and drinking more water? Will prostatitis improve without treatment?Doctor's answer:
Prostatitis requires early treatment to avoid affecting sexual function improvement, as severe cases may have the potential for malignancy. It is recommended to choose a combination of traditional Chinese medicine and physical therapy for treatment. Physical therapy can quickly target the prostate area, and traditional Chinese medicine can complement the treatment. Additionally, traditional Chinese medicine treatment is less prone to recurrence. For patients with prostatitis, timely treatment can reduce recurrence. If left untreated, it may affect overall health. Therefore, patients should take medication promptly and pay attention to self-care in daily life, avoiding spicy foods.