Patient's question:
Recently, I've been feeling frequent urination and pain during urination. I thought it might be a urinary tract infection, so I went to the hospital for a thorough check-up. The doctor said I have prostatitis. What are the common symptoms?Doctor's answer:
This condition has four groups of symptoms: First, urinary symptoms, including frequent urination, urgency, and dysuria; second, pain symptoms, including pain in areas such as the scrotum, lower abdomen, and inner thighs; third, mental and neurological symptoms, including neurasthenia, irritability, and depression; and fourth, symptoms of changes in sexual function, such as premature ejaculation and erectile dysfunction. Prostatitis tends to recur easily and requires long-term oral medication. Moreover, for male patients, it is essential to seek immediate medical attention at a professional and reputable hospital. Treatment should be considered based on the results of thorough examinations.