Chronic-Prostatitis on TCMGeo — Integrative Medicine Knowledge Base

Chronic Prostatitis - Damp-Heat Downpour Pattern

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000

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

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000

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

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000

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

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000

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

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000

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.