Can prostate stones be eliminated?

Written by Wang Jian
Urology
Updated on September 03, 2024
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Prostate stones are stones formed in the ducts or acini of the prostate, and their occurrence is somewhat related to the blockage of these ducts. Prostate stones generally do not exhibit obvious symptoms. However, accompanying conditions such as prostate hyperplasia or prostatitis can lead to abnormal urination. The main clinical symptoms include frequent urination, urgent urination, incomplete emptying, increased nocturia, and difficulty urinating. Accompanied by chronic prostatitis, there may also be discomfort in the lumbar and perineal regions, potentially leading to sexual dysfunction in patients. Larger prostate stones can cause urinary retention and press on the rectum, resulting in difficulty defecating. In general, prostate stones are difficult to expel from the body. Symptomatic treatment is usually sufficient, but surgical treatment might be considered for particularly large stones.

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Is drinking water effective for prostate stones?

Patients with prostate stones drinking more water will not achieve the purpose of treatment because the texture of the prostate is relatively dense and the ducts of the prostate are fine. It is difficult for the stones to be expelled through the prostate ducts, and drinking more water will not have a significant effect on the treatment of prostate stones. If a patient has prostate stones without any discomfort, there may be no need for special treatment. However, if prostate stones cause repeated prostate inflammations, timely use of antibiotics to control the infection is advisable. If the presence of prostate stones repeatedly causes prostate inflammation, or even prostate pain, and significantly affects the patient's life and work, surgery to remove the stones may be considered. (Please use medication under the guidance of a doctor)

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Can prostate stones be passed through urine?

Prostate stones cannot be excreted through urination, as they generally form inside the prostate gland. If the stones are not large, most patients do not experience any discomfort and do not require special treatment. If the presence of the stones repeatedly triggers prostate inflammation, this condition can be managed simply by using targeted antibiotics to control the infection. However, if the prostate stones are relatively large and significantly impact the patient’s life, such as causing repeated infections, hematuria (blood in urine), or hemospermia (blood in semen), then surgical intervention may be considered.

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Can prostatic calculi cause hematuria?

Prostate stones can cause hematuria, but this is relatively rare. Typically, a small amount of blood flows from the urethral opening after urination, but most patients with prostate stones do not experience discomfort and do not require special treatment. If prostate stones occasionally cause hematuria, it is generally not a serious issue and does not require special treatment. If hematuria occurs frequently and is accompanied by prostate pain, frequent urination, urgency, or other symptoms that significantly impact the patient's life, surgical treatment may be considered. During the treatment period, it is important to maintain a light diet, avoid spicy and irritating foods, and refrain from smoking and drinking.

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What are the symptoms of prostate stones?

Simple prostate stones do not cause any discomforting symptoms. However, if the patient also suffers from prostatitis, symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, urinary bifurcation, and discomfort or pain in the lower abdomen and perineum may occur. Prostate stones are primarily caused by calcification and proliferation within the prostate gland due to prostatitis. The main treatment for patients with prostate stones is to address the prostatitis. Once the prostatitis is cured, the stones will not continue to increase. Prostatitis can be treated under the guidance of a doctor with some anti-inflammatory medications.

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Is a 6mm prostate calculus serious?

A 6mm prostate stone is not severe. Typically, patients with such stones do not experience discomfort, and most cases are discovered during ultrasound examinations at physical check-ups. These asymptomatic prostate stones do not require special treatment. However, some patients may experience recurrent prostate inflammation due to the presence of stones, or symptoms such as a feeling of heaviness in the anus or lower abdomen. These conditions require timely anti-inflammatory treatment. If necessary, medications like Prostakor tablets or Prostasure capsules can be taken orally to alleviate symptoms. Treatments like warm water sitz baths or localized therapy can also be administered. (Please use medications under the guidance of a doctor.)