Patient's question:
I have had prostatitis for over two months and want to know if there are any methods to alleviate it.Doctor's answer:
Here are the six methods to alleviate prostatitis pain:1. Moderate exercise. Moderate exercise can relieve prostatitis pain. The best form of exercise is walking, as cycling should be avoided because the saddle can press on the prostate, worsening the condition.
2. Drink plenty of water. Drinking more water can help alleviate prostatitis pain. Patients with prostatitis should increase their fluid intake, drinking 2–3 liters of mineral water daily to produce more urine, which aids in waste elimination.
3. Eat pumpkin seeds. Consuming pumpkin seeds can help relieve prostatitis pain. Eat 30 grams of pumpkin seeds or take pumpkin seed capsules daily. Raw pumpkin seeds are rich in zinc, which is beneficial for almost all prostate conditions.
4. Control sexual activity. Controlling sexual activity can relieve prostatitis pain. If the prostate is infected or uncomfortable, sexual activity may worsen the problem.
5. Hot water therapy. Hot water therapy can help alleviate prostatitis pain. Pressing the Zhongji, Shuidao, Dахе points on the abdomen and the Cibei, Bladder Shu points on the lower back, as well as the Taichong points on the feet, can improve prostate function.
6. Acupressure therapy. Acupressure can help relieve prostatitis pain. Sit in hot water (up to the highest temperature you can tolerate) for 15–30 minutes, 1–2 times per day.