How to treat prostatitis with food

Patients with prostatitis can help relieve symptoms by eating pumpkin seeds, tomatoes, green tea, deep-sea fish, apples and other foods in moderation. Prostatitis may be related to factors such as bacterial infection, prolonged sedentary life, urinary reflux, overwork, decreased immunity, etc. It usually presents with symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, and perineal pain.

1. Food

1. Pumpkin seeds

Pumpkin seeds are rich in zinc, which helps improve prostate immune function and reduce inflammation. Zinc is an important component of prostatic fluid. Moderate intake can help maintain normal metabolism of the gland. It is recommended to consume a small handful of plain pumpkin seeds every day and avoid high-salt or candied processed products.

2. Tomatoes

Lycopene in tomatoes has antioxidant properties and can reduce oxidative damage to prostate tissue. Heated lycopene has higher bioavailability and can be made into tomato soup or sauce. Consuming 300-500 grams of ripe tomatoes per week can help reduce inflammation levels.

3. Green tea

The tea polyphenols in green tea can inhibit the secretion of inflammatory mediators and improve the symptoms of urinary discomfort. It is advisable to drink 2-3 cups of light green tea every day. Avoid drinking it on an empty stomach or before going to bed, which will affect your sleep. People with gastrointestinal sensitivities are advised to choose oolong tea with a higher degree of fermentation instead.

4. Deep sea fish

Salmon, mackerel, etc. are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, which can regulate the inflammatory response in the body. Eat 2-3 times a week, 100-150 grams of steamed or boiled deep-sea fish each time, and avoid deep-fried cooking methods. Gout patients need to control their intake.

5. Apple

The pectin and quercetin in apples help maintain urinary system health and promote the elimination of toxins. The effect is better when eaten with the skin, 1-2 medium-sized apples a day is enough. Diabetic patients need to pay attention to monitoring blood sugar changes.

2. Drugs

1. Tamsulosin Hydrochloride Sustained Release Tablets

It can be used to relieve dysuria caused by prostatitis and improve symptoms by relaxing the smooth muscle of the prostate. Adverse reactions such as dizziness may occur during medication, so sudden changes in body position should be avoided.

2. Longqing tablets

Chinese patent medicines contain honeysuckle, dandelion and other ingredients, which have the effect of clearing away heat and promoting dampness, and are suitable for the treatment of damp-heat prostatitis. Avoid eating spicy and irritating foods while taking the medicine.

3. Levofloxacin tablets

Antibacterial drugs for bacterial prostatitis can effectively inhibit the proliferation of pathogenic microorganisms. The entire course of treatment needs to be completed to avoid the development of drug resistance.

4. Qianlieshutong Capsules

Contains Chinese medicinal ingredients such as Cortex Phellodendron and Plantago Seed, which can relieve perineal swelling and pain caused by chronic prostatitis. Use with caution for those with spleen and stomach deficiency.

5. Celecoxib capsules

NSAIDs can be used to control painful symptoms associated with prostatitis. Long-term use requires monitoring for gastrointestinal and cardiovascular adverse effects.

In addition to dietary adjustments, patients with prostatitis should maintain a daily drinking volume of 1500-2000 ml of water, avoid long-term riding or sitting for long periods of time, and get up and move for 5 minutes every hour of sitting. Make sure the perineum is clean and dry, and choose breathable cotton underwear. Kegel exercises in moderation can help improve blood circulation in the pelvic floor. Strictly stop smoking, limit alcohol consumption, and reduce the intake of spicy food. If symptoms continue to worsen or systemic reactions such as fever occur, timely medical treatment is required for standardized treatment.