Can chronic prostatitis cause nocturnal emission?
Disease description:
In the past month, I've been experiencing more frequent nocturnal emissions than before. Could this be caused by chronic prostatitis? I would like to ask, can chronic prostatitis lead to nocturnal emissions?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Luo Yong
Chronic prostatitis may cause nocturnal emission. Chronic prostatitis leads to repeated congestion and edema of the prostate, and this long-term irritation may result in nocturnal emission. Patients with chronic prostatitis may experience sexual dysfunction, such as decreased libido and erectile dysfunction, which may also indirectly contribute to nocturnal emission. Appropriate and regular sexual activity can help discharge prostatic fluid, thereby alleviating inflammation and reducing the occurrence of nocturnal emission. Therefore, patients with chronic prostatitis should actively seek treatment and maintain regular and hygienic sexual practices to minimize the discomfort of nocturnal emission.
