Prostate massage, can it really overcome various male sexual problems?

Where is the male prostate located?

Before understanding how it works and what are the benefits of prostate massage, first know where the male prostate is.

The prostate is a tiny gland the size and size of a walnut. These glands are located under the bladder, in front of the rectum. A portion of the prostate gland also surrounds your urethra.

During ejaculation, the muscles in the prostate gland are what will push the semen out through the penis.

Benefits of doing prostate massage

Prostate massage is carried out for medical purposes as a prostate treatment as well as a therapeutic one. Massage also usually has to be performed by a licensed doctor or healthcare provider.

However, keep in mind that until now, the benefits of undergoing massage therapy have not been clinically proven. The evidence that has been gathered so far is of a very limited nature, namely from the experiences of those who have done it.

This special male massage therapy is believed to prevent the buildup of prostate fluid, relieve pain and discomfort due to prostate inflammation, improve sexual performance, increase the efficacy of antibiotics prescribed to treat prostatitis, and maintain prostate health in general.

Some diseases or conditions that are claimed to be treated with prostate massage include:

pain when ejaculating,
urinating not smoothly, and
prostatitis (swelling or inflammation of the prostate).

In prostatitis, prostate massage can be an alternative treatment besides antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs. In turn, the buildup of fluid in the prostate that has been released can help relieve pressure and swelling in the area.

In fact, this was proven in a study by the Institute of Male Urology at UCLA Medical Center, USA which was conducted on 75 patients with chronic prostatitis. After undergoing a combination of massage and antibiotics, 40% of the participants managed to cure their symptoms and 21% felt their condition was getting better than before.

In addition, prostate massage can also be done for the treatment of BPH (benign prostate enlargement). Just like prostatitis, treatment is also accompanied by taking drugs such as alpha-blockers and 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors.

Can prostate massage treat erectile dysfunction?

Impotence occurs because blood flow to the penis is not smooth. As a result, the penis cannot enlarge or harden. In other words, even if you feel excited, you will still be sluggish. Erectile dysfunction can be caused by many things, including prostate disease and the effects of its drugs, as well as the side effects of surgery for prostate cancer.

In addition, other disorders such as the buildup of prostate fluid can also make it difficult for men to erect and ejaculate. The reason is, the prostate is responsible for producing male semen (ejaculatory fluid) containing sperm cells.

That is why, many believe that prostate massage can help improve blood circulation in the prostate area which will help with an erection. This is also due to the effect of prostate massage which can help clear the prostate tract from fluid buildup.

However, the success of prostate massage has not been clinically proven. There is no data or research that shows that prostate massage can actually treat impotence or is even more effective than other types of treatment.

Meanwhile, if prostate massage can indeed solve this male virility problem, massage alone will not be enough to solve the problem. You are still encouraged to maintain a healthy lifestyle such as quitting smoking, getting adequate rest, controlling your weight, and paying attention to your diet.

How to do a prostate massage

This massage can be done in two ways, namely from the outside and from the inside. Massage from outside can still be done alone. To massage from the outside, you just need to gently massage the perineal area of the man. The perineum is located midway between the testicles and the anus. You can also massage the area below the navel and just above the penis.

To massage from within, you can do it yourself, but it is preferable to ask a doctor or therapist for help to avoid unwanted risks. Look for an experienced and reputable one to make it safer.

Usually, after examining the prostate, the doctor will insert a finger that has been covered with rubber gloves and lubricated through the anus. Then, the doctor will apply a certain amount of pressure directly to your prostate.

Some people report pain or discomfort when massaged. Tell your doctor or therapist if you feel pain.

After the massage you may also remove prostate fluid through the penis. This is because the buildup or fluid remnants that are trapped in the prostate gland are pushed out during a massage.

Risks that may arise due to massage

Be careful if you want to do prostate massage, especially massage from the inside. The reason is, this massage may cause effects such as worsening prostatitis symptoms, bleeding, spread of prostate cancer (if any), wounds to the rectal wall, hemorrhoids (hemorrhoids), or cellulitis skin infections.

We recommend that you first consult with your doctor before doing it. Experts also urge you to be more observant and critical when choosing treatments or therapies that are not supervised by the Ministry of Health.

Are there other alternatives to treat prostate problems?

Apart from prostate massage, there are various other options that can be tried to help with treatment to support drug consumption.

If the symptoms have caused discomfort in the lower abdomen, you can try soaking in warm water or using a heating pad. This method may also help you reduce the urgency to urinate.

There are also herbal remedies such as saw palmetto extract or beta-sitosterol extract which are believed to reduce the symptoms surrounding prostate disease. However, its safety and effectiveness have not been clearly demonstrated.

Some other alternatives are acupuncture and biofeedback . Acupuncture can be an alternative to treat pain symptoms due to pelvic pain syndrome (non-bacterial prostatitis). While, biofeedback will help relax muscles through signals from special devices that can control certain body functions and responses.