Prostatic calculi

Prostatic calculi are true stones formed in prostatic acini and ducts, from millet to pea size, round/oval or polyhedral, single or hundreds, usually brownish-yellow, dark brown or black; small stones are smooth, large/multiple ones may fill the gland and are hard.

Common Symptoms

Station doctor; nodule; hematuria; prostatic calculus; male lower abdominal pain; occult blood; abdominal pain with hematuria; dysuria; abscess

Causes

Stones mainly come from prostatic fluid; duct obstruction related to BPH is the main risk factor; exogenous stones relate to urine reflux into the prostate.

Treatment

Treat infection/symptoms, surgery when needed

Prevention

Treat prostatic hyperplasia and infection promptly.

Recommended Department

It is recommended to visit the urology department; before the visit you may first book an appointment and connect with experts through this platform.

Warm reminder: The above information is provided for health education reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek care at a regular hospital in time.