Patient's question:
Current symptoms: Perineal discomfort, anal numbness, occasional lower abdominal pain, otherwise normal. Discovered blood in semen in January 2010, likely due to prolonged sitting.Doctor's answer:
Considering there may also be prostatitis, it is recommended that you continue with consolidation treatment. Prostatitis is difficult to completely cure, so it is hoped that you are mentally prepared and actively treat it. The best treatment for prostatitis is a combination of Chinese and Western medicine. First, use antibiotics for 7-14 days, then use traditional Chinese medicine for consolidation treatment. The treatment of prostatitis must be systematic and follow a course-based approach to achieve a complete cure. During treatment, drink plenty of water, avoid prolonged sitting or riding, do not eat stimulating foods, do not smoke or drink alcohol, and maintain a regular sexual life. It is recommended that you seek treatment at a regular hospital. In addition to medication, I recommend a physical therapy called warm sitz bath: Pour about 40% of the water (enough that your hand does not feel hot) into a basin, about half a basin is sufficient. Sit in the bath for 10-30 minutes each time. When the water temperature drops, add a small amount of hot water to maintain an effective temperature. Do this 1-2 times a day, with 10 days constituting one course. This helps in the discharge of inflammatory secretions.