Patient's question:
I am a young man who has always paid attention to physical health and often endure physical activities. My body has been quite good so far, but recently I noticed that my prostate has been enlarged. I don't know how it happened. Hello, what causes prostate enlargement and can it be treated?Doctor's answer:
General prostatic hyperplasia is mainly caused by prolonged sitting or masturbation leading to prostatitis stimulating fibrosis. Specific diagnosis requires a thorough examination at the hospital. If it is indeed present, you can take some anti-inflammatory traditional Chinese medicine formulations, such as Qian Mao Shutong capsules, but the specific dosage should strictly follow medical advice. You can also seek acupuncture treatment at a traditional Chinese medicine clinic. In your free time, you can do deep squats or massage certain acupoints. For patients with prostatic hyperplasia, timely treatment can reduce the incidence of the condition. If left untreated, it may affect overall health. Therefore, patients should seek timely medication treatment and avoid overexertion in daily life while paying attention to personal hygiene. Wishing you a speedy recovery.