Prostatitis

Pelvic pain, frequent urination, and burning flow may point to prostatitis, inflammation of the prostate gland. Ayurveda understands it as vāta-śleṣmaja śukravaha srotodushti, where vāta and kapha disturb the reproductive-urinary channels. When āma and weak agni affect the prostate, swelling and discomfort develop, disturbing both urinary and sexual function.

Common Causes of Prostatitis

Suppressed urges or prolonged sitting increasing vāta
Cold, heavy, or oily foods aggravating kapha
Chronic stress or sexual overexertion
Low digestion creating āma and tissue congestion
Infections or inflammation from poor lifestyle habits

Symptoms of Prostatitis

Pelvic or perineal pain with pressure sensation
Frequent urge to urinate, especially at night
Burning or painful urination
Low backache or painful ejaculation
Fatigue and irritability from chronic discomfort

Ayurveda’s Approach to Healing Prostatitis

Reducing inflammation with herbs like gokṣura, punarnavā, and guḍuchi
Balancing vāta-kapha through warm oils, massage, and digestive care
Improving urinary flow with varuṇa and śilājatu
Cleansing channels with basti (medicated enema)
Strengthening śukra dhātu with aśvagandhā and kapikacchu