Patient's question:
I experienced frequent urination again last year after a one-time occurrence. At first, I didn't pay much attention to it, but recently I've been constantly needing to go to the bathroom, and the pain is severe. During the summer, my scrotum became very damp, and besides the odor, it was very painful. I'm afraid it might be a problem with the prostate. I don't know what symptoms chronic prostatitis can have?Doctor's answer:
Symptoms of Chronic Prostatitis:1. Urinary discomfort: Can recur with bladder irritation symptoms, such as frequent urination, a burning sensation and pain during urination that radiates to the head of the penis. In the morning, there may be sticky fluid discharge from the urethral meatus, and a feeling of difficulty urinating may also occur.
2. Local symptoms: A sense of heaviness and discomfort in the posterior urethra, perineum, and anus. The pain and discomfort worsen when squatting, defecating, or sitting on chairs or benches for a long time.
3. Radiating pain: The pain of chronic prostatitis is not limited to the urethra and perineum; it can also radiate to nearby areas, with lower back pain being the most common. Additionally, the penis, spermatic cord, scrotum, lower abdomen, inguinal region (inner thigh), thighs, and rectum may all be affected.