Patient's question:
Dad has been going to the toilet more frequently recently, especially coming down several times at night. He mentioned that sometimes he experiences pain when urinating. Could this be prostatitis? If it is chronic prostatitis, should we go to the hospital for a comprehensive examination? How should the examination be conducted?Doctor's answer:
Chronic prostatitis is mainly diagnosed based on symptoms, changes in urination, and urethral discharge; suprapubic and lower abdominal discomfort, as well as soreness in the perineum, lumbosacral region, and suprapubic area; reduced sexual function, which may include premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction, nocturnal emissions, and painful ejaculation; recurring dizziness, head fullness, fatigue, exhaustion, neurosis, anxiety, and other neuro symptoms. The next step is to perform a color Doppler ultrasound of the prostate and a detailed examination of prostatic fluid, which can usually confirm the diagnosis.