Patient's question:
This year, our company union conducted a health check-up. My health check report indicated the presence of a prostatic cyst. I've noticed that I've been urinating more frequently recently. I just got divorced, and does the prostatic cyst interfere with sexual life?Doctor's answer:
Small prostate cysts are not necessarily a problem as long as they do not interfere with survival or are contagious. Severe benign prostatic hyperplasia can compress the urethra, leading to shortening of the posterior urethra and decreased urethral resistance, resulting in symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, and incomplete urination. These symptoms can cause anxiety, alter sexual function (e.g., reduced libido), and frequent sexual activity can keep the prostate in a congested state, exacerbating symptoms. Therefore, it is advisable to moderate sexual activity and avoid excessive frequency. Maintain a light diet and engage in appropriate exercise.