Prostatitis is a common disease in adult men, characterized by acute or chronic inflammation of the prostate. Especially in the case of chronic condition, the treatment takes a long time to take effect, lasts for an extended period, and often the results are not satisfactory. It is prone to recurrent attacks, causing significant psychological stress for men.
Factors related to the recurrent attacks of prostatitis:
1. Irregular Sexual Life
Appropriate sexual activity can help in the expulsion of prostatic fluid, facilitating prostate metabolism and improving prostatic function, and it can also prevent prostatitis. However, excessive sexual activity can harm the prostate, particularly in men with this condition. During sexual arousal, the quantity of prostatic fluid secreted increases. If the organ remains in this state for extended periods, it can lead to prostatic congestion due to excessive secretion of prostatic fluid, which is one of the contributing factors to prostatitis.
2. Frequent Alcohol Consumption
It's well-known that alcohol can irritate the prostate, causing prostatic blood vessels to dilate and become edematous, thereby triggering prostatitis and even leading to recurrent inflammation. Therefore, men who wish to prevent recurrent infection should avoid alcohol. Also, it's advisable to avoid spicy and stimulating foods to prevent the dilation of prostatic blood vessels and the triggering of chronic infection.
3. Inadequate Warming
Some men find that prostatitis recurs more frequently during cold seasons, which is actually related to temperature. When the temperature drops, the body, feeling cold, enters a stress state. This stress state can cause an increase in intraurethral pressure, affecting the normal excretion of the prostate and even causing immediate congestion after excretion. The decline in immune function also leads to recurrent inflammation.
4. Long Periods of Cycling
Due to the unique structure of the male prostate, prolonged sitting or cycling can compress the organ, making it difficult for inflammatory secretions to be expelled. This impedes the secretion of prostatic fluid, which is detrimental to the treatment and recovery of prostatitis.
What needs to be done to prevent recurrent prostatitis attacks:
1. Regular Exercise
To protect the prostate, one must keep the body in a healthy state, which requires a regular lifestyle and timely exercise. Prolonged sitting can affect the blood circulation of the organ, hinder the healing wounds, and also impact the distribution of medication in the body. Therefore, individuals with prostatitis or a history of the condition should avoid sitting for long periods. It's important to move around frequently to ensure normal blood circulation in the prostate and prevent local compression or overheating.
2. Regular Hydration and Urination
Drinking plenty of water and urinating frequently can lower the concentration of microbes in the urine, thus preventing damage to the prostate. Regardless of how busy one is, holding urine should be avoided. Additionally, due to the scrotum's good contractility and excessive sweating, if proper hygiene is not maintained, dirt can accumulate, allowing bacteria to cause prostatitis or prostate enlargement. If not treated promptly, this can lead to infection. It's beneficial to wash the genital area every night before bed.
3. Moderation in Masturbation and Regular Sexual Life
Men need to control the frequency of sexual activity; neither indulgence nor abstinence is advisable. Frequent sexual activity can keep the prostate in a congested state, leading to prostatic enlargement or infection. Regular sexual activity can help reduce prostatic congestion and swelling, which is beneficial for prostate health. Additionally, men should maintain cleanliness of the external genitalia and perineum to prevent infection.
4. Avoid Getting Cold
During cold weather, prostatitis is more likely to occur. Therefore, individuals with this disease should pay attention to keeping warm and avoid getting cold. In winter, one should dress according to weather changes, focusing on keeping the lower body warm to prevent cold exposure, as this can enhance sympathetic nerve excitability and increase urethral pressure, causing urine reflux. Additionally, men can benefit from a nightly habit of warm water sitz baths, wearing loose or no tight underwear, which is beneficial for both the prevention and treatment.
5. Adequate Nutritional Intake
Zinc is a very important element for men, as the prostate is an organ that collects zinc for male sperm. To prevent recurrent prostatitis and protect the organ, it's essential to consume foods rich in zinc. Common zinc-rich foods include beef, lamb, oysters, seaweed, sesame seeds, walnuts, etc. Men suffering from recurrent infection should focus on incorporating these foods into their daily diet.
6. Regular Check-Ups
After treating prostatitis, one can't completely neglect it. Regular organ examinations at a hospital are essential to check for signs of recurrence or new issues like prostatic enlargement. To protect the prostate, regular check-ups are necessary to timely detect and address any early signs of disease recurrence.
Helpful Suggestions:
For any type of prostatitis, it's essential to adhere closely to the medication regimen prescribed by your doctor. Patients may also consider traditional Chinese medicine options such as the Diuretic and Anti-inflammatory Pill for comprehensive treatment.
Furthermore, it's recommended to rest properly, maintain a balanced lifestyle, and refrain from tobacco, alcohol, as well as spicy or stimulating foods. If feasible, warm water sitz baths or physical therapy sessions can aid in reducing local inflammation and enhancing absorption. Additionally, weekly prostate area massages can assist in draining inflammatory secretions.
