Patient's question:
A while ago, I went to the hospital for a thorough examination and was diagnosed with prostatitis. The doctor said it was caused by damp-heat. At this point, I'm quite confused. What is the relationship between prostatitis and damp-heat? How does damp-heat lead to the recurrence of prostatitis? Are there any good methods to prevent it?Doctor's answer:
Humidity is a concept in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). In Western medicine, prostatitis is primarily caused by pathogenic bacteria infecting the urinary tract in reverse. Therefore, the treatment of prostatitis mainly focuses on the pathogenic bacteria that cause it, using additional antibiotics for treatment. The use of antibiotics must be sufficient in duration. In daily life, it is important to avoid prolonged sitting, not to eat spicy and irritating foods, and to quit smoking and drinking alcohol, among other unhealthy habits, which can effectively prevent the recurrence of prostatitis. The condition of prostatitis is prone to recurrence, requiring long-term medication. Moreover, male patients should immediately seek treatment at professional and reputable hospitals, and treatment should be considered based on the results of thorough examinations.