Essential Oils and Prostatitis: How to Calm Symptom Flare-Ups Naturally

For prostatitis, it is probably a pain in the heart of many middle-aged and old men—frequent urination, urgent urination, abdominal distension, uncomfortable sitting for a long time, and getting up several times at night to affect sleep are all annoying and a little embarrassing. 

In fact, in addition to regular treatment, some mild conditioning methods in life can also help alleviate discomfort, such as simple care with essential oils. 

This article explores how essential oils can be used to deal with the symptoms of prostatitis and alleviate the symptoms of prostatitis.

Why Can Essential Oils Help the Prostate? 

Some people may wonder, how can essential oils be related to prostate problems? In fact, the principle is particularly easy to understand, and the reason we usually use essential oils to relax the body is the same.

Promote local blood circulation: Prostate discomfort is often related to local congestion and edema. After the volatile components in essential oils are absorbed through the skin, they can help relax the muscles and speed up blood flow, just like a "gentle massage" for the tight prostate to relieve swelling and pain.

Relax the nerves and calm the mood: When the symptoms of prostatitis are repeated, people are easily anxious and irritable, and many essential oils have the effect of calming the nerves, which can help relieve tension. After all, when the mood is relaxed, the discomfort of the body will be alleviated quietly.

Anti-inflammatory and bacteriostatic: Some essential oils contain natural antibacterial ingredients, which can inhibit local bacteria to a certain extent, reduce inflammation, and make the body more comfortable.

Essential Oils Suitable for Prostatitis Patients 

Not all essential oils are suitable. Choose the right kind and use the right method. The following are relatively mild and effective, and you can choose according to your own situation.

Lavender essential oil: 

Lavender essential oil should be the most common at home; its advantage is that it is mild and non-stimulating. It can not only relieve muscle pain, but also soothe nerves and help sleep, especially for patients with prostatitis discomfort accompanied by insomnia and anxiety.

Usage 1: Local massage. Take 5 drops of lavender essential oil, add 10 ml of base oil (such as olive oil or sweet almond oil) to dilute, mix well, and gently massage the lower abdomen, back waist, and perineum with the palm of the hand (the action must be gentle) for 5-10 minutes each time, once a day, to relieve swelling and pain.

Usage 2: Sitz baths to relax. Drop 3-5 drops of essential oil in warm water, stir evenly, and then take a sitz bath for 10-15 minutes. The water temperature should be controlled at about 104℉, not too hot, 2-3 times a week, which can help relax the muscles at the bottom of the basin and improve frequent urination.

Tea tree essential oil: 

The antibacterial effect of tea tree essential oil is outstanding. If the symptoms of prostatitis are caused by bacterial infection, such as frequent urination or urgency of urination accompanied by pain during urination, it is appropriate to use it to assist in regulation. However, it should be noted that it must be diluted and used with caution for sensitive skin.

Usage: Abdominal massage. Apply 3-4 drops of tea tree essential oil with 10 ml of base oil to the belly area below the navel. Then gently massage clockwise in circles, with the skin slightly hot, once a day. Doing so can suppress local bacteria, reduce inflammation, and relieve symptoms of frequent urination, urgency, and pain.

Note: People who are allergic to tea tree essential oil should not use it. Before using it, you can do a skin test behind the ear. If there is no swelling and itching, you can use it again.

Cinnamon essential oil: 

Cinnamon essential oil has the effect of warming the kidneys, strengthening Yang, and promoting blood circulation. It is suitable for those who suffer from prostate discomfort accompanied by soreness and weakness of the waist and knees, and cold hands and feet. It can help relieve cold pain in the lower abdomen and poor urination.

Usage: Hot compresses. Smear 5 drops of cinnamon essential oil on a clean towel, soak the towel in hot water at about 104℉, wring it out, and apply it to the lower abdomen and back waist for 15 minutes each time, twice a week. Warm feelings can help relax muscles, improve local blood circulation, and reduce the feeling of bulging.

Note: Cinnamon essential oil is slightly irritating. The dilution ratio should not be too high. It should not be used where the skin is damaged.

Rosemary essential oil: 

Rosemary essential oil has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, can help relieve the pain and swelling caused by prostate inflammation, and is also refreshing and suitable for those patients whose mental state is affected by symptoms.

Usage: Soak feet in essential oil. Add 3-5 drops of rosemary essential oil into the foot bath, pour in warm water of about 104℉, and soak feet for 15-20 minutes once every night, which can be absorbed through plantar acupoints, promote systemic blood circulation, indirectly alleviate prostate discomfort, and improve sleep.

Caution: Rosemary oil may interact with certain medications. If you are taking medication, consult your doctor before use.

Rose essential oil: 

Rose essential oil is able to ease the mood; many people with repeated symptoms of prostatitis will be anxious and depressed, and then aggravate the discomfort. Rose essential oil can help calm the mood, on a mental level, to help alleviate symptoms.

Usage: Aromatherapy and local massage. Put 2-3 drops of rose essential oil in an aromatherapy diffuser machine and let the fragrance permeate the room. At the same time, take 4 drops of rose essential oil and 10 ml of base oil, and gently massage the perineum and the lower back, which can relax the body and relieve the mood, once a day.

Natural Herbal Therapy 

In addition to essential oils, the "Diuretic and Anti-inflammatory Pill" developed by Dr. Li's clinic is a good choice for prostatitis. This therapy is prepared with over 50 kinds of pure herbs, without adding redundant ingredients, which has little burden on the body and is especially suitable for patients with chronic prostatitis.

Its function is to relieve the symptoms of frequent urination, urgent urination, and poor urination caused by prostatitis, as well as the pain of the lower abdomen and perineum, which is complementary to the "local relief" of essential oil.

Moreover, its herbal ingredients can help reduce inflammation and edema in the prostate and improve discomfort, unlike essential oils, which focus on relieving superficial symptoms. 

And as a natural herb, its mildness is very compatible with essential oils. The combination of the two, one focusing on local relaxation and the other on internal conditioning, can make the effect better.

Caution: the Diuretic and Anti-inflammatory Pill should be taken under medical supervision. Consult a doctor according to your own situation and take it correctly.

Precautions for Using Essential Oils 

Attention should be paid to the following aspects when using essential oils: 

Essential oils must be diluted! All essential oils cannot be directly applied to the skin, especially the perineal skin, which is more delicate. They must be diluted with base oil before use; the ratio is about 10 ml base oil plus 3-5 drops of essential oil. Do not be greedy.

Ask a doctor first and then match: Before using essential oils, it is best to consult a doctor first, especially for those who are taking medicine or in the acute attack period, to avoid interaction with drugs or aggravating the condition.

Do an allergy test for essential oils first: When using a certain essential oil for the first time, apply a small amount of diluted essential oil on the inside of the wrist or behind the ear, observe for 24 hours, and then use it on the prostate-related parts without swelling, itching, or tingling.

Pay attention to hygiene: Be sure to wash your hands before massaging with essential oil, and regularly clean and disinfect towels and foot basins; before taking or using any conditioning products, ensure that the products are from regular sources and obtained from regular channels to avoid buying counterfeit products.

Healthy diet: drink more water, eat less spicy and greasy food, do not drink alcohol, and eat more vegetables, fruits, and coarse grains; keep the stool smooth, and avoid constipation by pressing the prostate.

Conclusion 

The "gentle relief" of essential oils can help relieve the symptoms of prostatitis, help you with a layer of protection, and alleviate some discomfort. However, the role of essential oils is limited, and the real solution to the problem of prostatitis depends on scientific medical diagnosis and treatment.