Patient's question:
Doctor, recently I've noticed that quite a few people around me have contracted prostatitis. I'm worried that I might also get this disease, but I don't know what the symptoms of this condition are. Even if I do have it, I wouldn't be aware of it. So, I wanted to ask you, what are the symptoms of prostatitis?Doctor's answer:
Prostatitis often presents with symptoms such as frequent urination, incomplete emptying of the bladder, urine splitting, white droplets in urine, and difficulty starting urination. Some patients may also experience discomfort and pain in the perineum. The symptoms can vary depending on the severity of the condition. If you have any of the aforementioned symptoms, it is recommended to visit a hospital for a routine prostatic fluid test, in addition to a thorough ultrasound examination of the prostate. These two tests can help diagnose the condition.If it is confirmed that you have prostatitis, antibiotics can be prescribed, along with some traditional Chinese medicine herbs that clear heat and reduce dampness. For patients with prostatitis, timely treatment can help reduce the risk of recurrence. If left untreated, it may affect fertility.