Patient's question:
Recently, my uncle was carefully diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia. How does this condition lead to erectile dysfunction? Is it good to treat prostatitis with traditional Chinese medicine? How effective are traditional Chinese medicines for fibrosis of prostatitis?Doctor's answer:
Prostate hyperplasia can be treated with traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) in terms of treatment. TCM possesses functions such as killing bacteria, reducing inflammation, promoting blood circulation, resolving blood stasis, diuretic and relieving stranguria. Prostatitis is a chronic disease that requires a systematic treatment. In daily life, avoid spicy foods, smoking, and alcohol. Pay attention to drinking plenty of water, urinating frequently, and maintaining smooth bowel and bladder movements to prevent prolonged inactivity. Adhere to appropriate physical exercise, and follow a dietary principle of lightness, with moderate consumption of nuts.