Patient's question:
Hello everyone, I developed prostatitis due to prolonged sitting and a dislike for spicy food. At first, I experienced lower back pain, groin pain, and testicular pain with white discharge. I went to the hospital for a thorough examination, and the urinalysis was normal, but the ultrasound showed an enlarged prostate with uneven internal echoes. The doctor prescribed cefotetan sodium for three days, followed by oral cefixime and Wenglitong capsules, along with daily warm sitz baths.After more than two weeks, most of the symptoms have disappeared, but new problems have emerged: urinary splitting, frequent urination, sometimes a stinging sensation at the urethral opening, sometimes posterior urethral pain, or discomfort in the perineum, without white discharge. Now, the discomfort is mainly concentrated in the urethra and perineum.
Hello doctor, is this a sign that the symptoms are improving, or are they worsening? Is this treatment correct for acute prostatitis?
Doctor's answer:
Prostatitis is primarily treated by self-adjustment. The precautions include: 1. Avoid alcohol, eat less spicy food, and prevent prolonged sitting. Drivers are a high-risk profession because prolonged sitting leads to poor local blood circulation; 2. Exercise can help with prostatitis, and treatment can be managed through medication and other methods. Treatment must be personalized based on the patient's condition, and it is recommended to seek diagnosis at a formal hospital. Prostatitis has a significant impact on patients. Once symptoms are noticed, it is important to seek medical attention promptly, while also paying close attention to dietary issues. A diet based on light foods can help prostatitis patients receive professional treatment.