Treatment of Prostatitis

Prostatitis is a common urinary system disease in adult men, especially among those aged 20 to 50. It includes acute bacterial infection types as well as more common non-bacterial or chronic pelvic floor muscle tension-related prostatitis. Treatment methods include medication, physiotherapy, psychological intervention, and cellular therapy. If treatment is delayed, it may develop into chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome, severely affecting quality of life and fertility.

Emerging Treatment Methods

Stem Cell Therapy

Stem cell therapy, as an innovative biomedical technology, is increasingly applied in the comprehensive management of chronic prostatitis. It works by reducing inflammation, repairing damaged prostate tissue, and modulating immune responses, thus improving the condition at its root. This is one of the future directions of treatment.

① Stem cells possess natural anti-inflammatory properties that effectively reduce local prostate inflammation.

② They promote regeneration and repair of damaged tissues, improving gland structure and function.

③ They regulate the immune system, lowering recurrence rates.

④ Suitable for patients with poor response to medication or long-term persistent disease, improving success rates.

Conventional Treatment Methods

1. Antibiotic Therapy

For acute bacterial prostatitis, antibiotics are the first-line treatment. Sensitive antibiotics are chosen based on culture results, usually for long courses, to ensure eradication of pathogens and prevent chronic progression.

2. α-blockers

These drugs relax the prostate and smooth muscles, relieving urethral pressure and improving symptoms such as difficulty urinating. They are commonly used in non-bacterial prostatitis, offering quick results but requiring continued use.

3. Traditional Chinese Medicine

Based on syndrome differentiation, TCM focuses on clearing heat, eliminating dampness, and promoting blood circulation, combined with acupuncture and moxibustion. Long-term application can relieve chronic symptoms and improve overall health.

4. Thermal and Physical Therapy

Microwave, radiofrequency, and prostate massage promote local blood circulation and gland drainage, reducing discomfort from chronic inflammation. These methods are especially suitable for recurrent patients.

5. Psychological Intervention and Lifestyle Adjustment

Since prostatitis is often associated with anxiety and depression, psychological counseling and behavioral therapy are essential. Maintaining regular routines, avoiding prolonged sitting, and moderate exercise help improve outcomes and reduce recurrence.

6. Biofeedback Therapy

Monitoring muscle tension with instruments helps patients relax pelvic floor muscles, particularly useful for tension-type prostatitis. Combined with breathing and relaxation training, this effectively relieves discomfort.

7. Local Perfusion and Injection

For refractory cases, anti-inflammatory drugs can be administered locally via urethral or rectal injection, directly targeting lesions, improving drug concentration, and reducing systemic side effects.

8. Personalized Combination Therapy

Current recommendations emphasize individualized combination therapy based on severity and symptoms, such as combining stem cell therapy, TCM, and psychological intervention, achieving multi-level comprehensive management.

Conclusion

Treatment of prostatitis should focus on multidimensional intervention, long-term management, and individualized plans. Experts at United Life International Medical Center point out that cellular therapy provides new possibilities for chronic patients. When combined with modern medical approaches and integrative therapies, it significantly improves outcomes, enhances men’s quality of life, and prevents recurrence.