Patient's question:
Recently, I've had a recurrence of prostatitis, and I always feel like I can't finish urinating. At night, I often wake up. In the past, I've taken medication, but it always flares up, and the medication isn't very effective. I'm looking for a Chinese herbal formula for prostatitis. Can prostatitis actually be cured? What aspects should I pay attention to in daily life to prevent prostatitis?Doctor's answer:
Prostate diseases, if not properly managed, are inherently prone to recurrence. Now, a 52-year-old man has experienced a recurrence of prostatitis, with frequent urination and urgency, especially during sleep. After medication, the condition has frequently recurred, which likely indicates the presence of adverse contributing factors. This must be taken seriously. Relying solely on medication cannot solve the problem, and even innovative traditional Chinese medicine cannot address it alone. It is important to recognize the significant differences in quality between Chinese and Western medicine. Medication should be based on syndrome differentiation and treatment. In daily life, it is important to drink more water, urinate more frequently, avoid prolonged sitting, and not hold in urine. Quitting smoking and alcohol can also aid in recovery.