Chronic Prostatitis - Damp-Heat Downpour Pattern
Chronic Prostatitis · Damp-Heat Downpour Pattern
Updated: June 23, 2026
Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM
Reading Time: 7 min
Body Area: Pelvis
Pattern Overview
Damp-Heat Downpour is a common pattern in chronic prostatitis, characterized by prostatic inflammation with bacterial colonization, perineal pain, burning urination, yellow or purulent urethral discharge, and urinary frequency. The core pathogenesis is accumulation of Damp-Heat in the lower Jiao, causing prostatic inflammation, bacterial colonization, and urethral irritation.
Chronic Prostatitis - Kidney Deficiency Pattern
Chronic Prostatitis · Kidney Deficiency Pattern
Updated: June 23, 2026
Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM
Reading Time: 7 min
Body Area: Pelvis
Pattern Overview
Kidney Deficiency is a chronic pattern in chronic prostatitis, characterized by neuroendocrine dysfunction with sexual symptoms, chronic prostatitis, fatigue, low back soreness, erectile dysfunction, and frequent urination. The core pathogenesis is Kidney deficiency failing to nourish the prostate and lower Jiao, leading to neuroendocrine dysfunction, sexual symptoms, and chronic inflammation.
Chronic Prostatitis - Qi Stagnation-Blood Stasis Pattern
Chronic Prostatitis · Qi Stagnation-Blood Stasis Pattern
Updated: June 23, 2026
Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM
Reading Time: 7 min
Body Area: Pelvis
Pattern Overview
Qi Stagnation-Blood Stasis is a common pattern in chronic prostatitis, characterized by chronic pelvic pain syndrome with congestion, perineal pain, pelvic discomfort, urinary symptoms, and erectile dysfunction. The core pathogenesis is Qi stagnation and Blood stasis in the pelvic region, causing pelvic venous congestion, microcirculatory disturbance, and chronic pain.
Chronic Prostatitis - Spleen Deficiency with Dampness Pattern
Chronic Prostatitis · Spleen Deficiency with Dampness Pattern
Updated: June 23, 2026
Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM
Reading Time: 7 min
Body Area: Pelvis
Pattern Overview
Spleen Deficiency with Dampness is a chronic pattern in chronic prostatitis, characterized by chronic inflammation with immune dysfunction, fatigue, perineal heaviness, poor appetite, and loose stools. The core pathogenesis is Spleen deficiency causing Dampness accumulation, leading to chronic inflammation, immune dysfunction, and prostate symptoms.
Chronic Prostatitis: TCM Acupuncture Points & Herbal Relief Guide
Chronic Prostatitis: TCM Acupuncture Points & Herbal Relief Guide
Updated: June 22, 2026
Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM
Reading Time: 8 min
Body Area: Pelvis / Perineum
Overview
Chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS) is the most common urological condition in men under 50, affecting 8-15% of all male adults. It causes persistent or recurrent pelvic pain (perineum, lower abdomen, lower back, genitals), urinary symptoms (frequency, urgency, painful urination), and sexual dysfunction—all of which severely impair quality of life and mental health.