Prostate stones are hard structures that form as a result of calcium accumulation within the prostate gland. They are usually benign and are detected incidentally in most patients.
Symptoms
Prostate stones often cause no symptoms. However, in some patients:
- Chronic pelvic pain
- Burning when urinating
- Recurrent urinary tract infections
- Rarely, impairment of urine flow
Diagnosis
The diagnosis is usually made with imaging:
- Transrectal ultrasound (TRUS)
- Prostate MRI
- Sometimes plain radiography or CT
Treatment
Treatment is planned according to the patient’s complaints:
- Follow-up: If there are no complaints
- Infection treatment: If an infection accompanies it
- Symptomatic treatment: For pain and urinary complaints
- Rarely, surgical / endoscopic intervention: In large and resistant cases
Frequently Asked Questions
Do prostate stones dissolve?
No. Prostate stones usually do not dissolve or disappear on their own.
Do prostate stones turn into cancer?
No. Prostate stones do not become cancerous and do not turn into prostate cancer.
Clinical Summary
Prostate stones mostly follow a benign course, and in the treatment approach the main aim is only to control the symptoms and manage any accompanying infections.
