Patient's question:
Today in March, I had swollen inguinal lymph nodes and frequent urination. I had an MRI examination, which said it was prostatitis. After a week of intravenous fluids, it improved. A week later, the inguinal lymph nodes started to hurt again, and another week of intravenous fluids didn't help. Later, I took oral medication for three weeks.Then I went to the hospital for urological treatment. It has been two weeks of treatment so far. Frequent urination only occurs occasionally at night and is accompanied by a weak stream, with very small amounts of urine, but I always feel like I can't empty my bladder completely. However, the swollen inguinal lymph nodes have not disappeared. The lump that was there before has indeed disappeared, but now there is still inflammation. I also have a sore throat, and coughing hurts. Swallowing doesn't cause any discomfort, and it doesn't usually lead to coughing. In the afternoon and evening, I feel particularly weak and tired, and my daily activity level is not particularly strenuous.
Additionally, I recently noticed a corn-sized lymph node on my neck. The doctor at the hospital said it is caused by chronic prostatitis.
Doctor's answer:
The medication you mentioned can be taken orally for a period of time. The anti-inflammatory medication you referred to can be taken with focus. You can eat more zinc-rich foods in your daily diet, such as oysters, sea horses, chives, and so on. Underwear and inner pants should be loose and breathable. Eating light and easy-to-digest foods can help alleviate prostatitis. However, the treatment process is generally slow, and the condition is prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, it is crucial to actively cooperate with the doctor's medication plan during treatment. Additionally, patients should maintain a light diet, avoid spicy foods, and not smoke or drink beer.