Patient's question:
I am a company business manager. In addition to work-related social engagements, I often gather with good friends or circle friends. Earlier, I was a heavy drinker, but a year ago, I suddenly started experiencing frequent urination. Since then, whenever I attend banquets, I often feel the urge to urinate after drinking just one bottle of beer, needing to go to the bathroom almost every 20 minutes, which I find quite embarrassing.Doctor's answer:
Prostatitis, based on your description, is likely the cause. The symptoms of prostatitis are generally numerous and can include: discomfort in the urethra, bladder irritation such as frequent urination, burning sensation during urination, and difficulty urinating. A sense of heaviness and discomfort in the posterior urethra, perineum, and anal area, which may even lead to sexual dysfunction. Sexual prostatitis can cause reduced libido, painful ejaculation, premature ejaculation, and affect semen quality. Additionally, there may be a discharge from the urethral opening after urination or defecation, as well as conditions like conjunctivitis and arthritis.