What should I do if my prostate feels uncomfortable in winter?

Prostate discomfort in winter is mostly caused by factors such as cold, prolonged sitting, and reduced water intake. It can be relieved by local warmth, moderate exercise, warm water sitz bath, drug intervention, and regular urination. When symptoms persist or worsen, you need to seek medical attention promptly to check for chronic prostatitis and other diseases.

1. Partial warmth:

Low temperature can cause prostate glands to shrink and aggravate congestion and edema. It is recommended to wear fleece underwear or use warm baby patches on the perineum to keep the local temperature above 25°C. You can use an electric blanket to preheat your bedding when sleeping at night to avoid low temperature stimulation at night.

2. Moderate exercise:

Sitting for a long time will continue to put pressure on the prostate. Do brisk walking, squats or levator exercises for 30 minutes a day to promote pelvic blood circulation. Mild exercise such as Tai Chi can improve the body's ability to withstand cold and reduce the excitability of prostate sympathetic nerves.

3. Warm water sitz bath:

Take a sitz bath with 40℃ warm water for 15 minutes every day before going to bed. The water should be deep enough to cover the perineum. Heat therapy can relax the smooth muscle of the prostate and relieve pain and discomfort. This method is prohibited when combined with hematuria or acute infection.

4. Drug intervention:

Alpha-receptor blockers such as tamsulosin can improve urinary difficulties, and plant preparations such as Pervasive Tablets can reduce inflammatory reactions. The medication must be used under the guidance of a doctor, and the dosage cannot be adjusted by yourself.

5. Urinate regularly:

Reduced water intake in winter can easily cause urine concentration, so it is recommended to actively urinate once an hour. Squatting when urinating can reduce the amount of residual urine. Drink half a cup of warm water after getting up at night to dilute the urine.

In winter, you need to pay special attention to your diet. Drink no less than 2000 ml of water every day. Drink warm pumpkin seed tea or tomato juice in batches. The zinc and lycopene contained in it are helpful for prostate health. Reduce the intake of spicy foods and supplement zinc-rich foods such as walnuts and oysters appropriately. Maintain a regular schedule and avoid staying up late. The appropriate frequency of sexual intercourse is 1-2 times a week. If symptoms of perineal radiating pain, hematospermia, or persistent frequent urination occur, prostatic fluid examination and ultrasound diagnosis should be performed promptly to rule out organic diseases such as bacterial prostatitis or prostatic hyperplasia. A daily urination diary can be recorded to monitor the changing trends of symptoms.