What is Prostatitis?

Description of the disease

Prostatitis is an inflammatory condition of the prostate gland that can occur in men of any age. This condition can be acute or chronic. Prostatitis most often occurs due to a bacterial infection, but it can also be caused by other factors such as injury or decreased immunity.

Classification

• Acute bacterial prostatitis;
• Chronic bacterial prostatitis;
• Chronic nonbacterial prostatitis;
• Chronic pelvic pain syndrome;

Symptoms

Symptoms of prostatitis may include pain and discomfort in the pelvic area, problems with urination, painful urination, erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, back and leg pain.

Causes

Prostatitis can be caused by a bacterial infection, tissue damage, decreased immunity, or other factors such as stress, poor diet, and sedentary lifestyle.

Diagnosis

To diagnose prostatitis, a doctor may prescribe a urine analysis, prostatic secretion analysis, ultrasound, or other diagnostic methods.

Treatment

Treatment for prostatitis may include taking anti-inflammatory drugs, antibiotics, prostate massage, physiotherapy, as well as lifestyle and diet changes.

Prevention

For the prevention of prostatitis, it is recommended to lead an active lifestyle, eat a healthy diet, avoid stress, and regularly undergo medical check-ups.

Doctor

To diagnose and treat prostatitis, it is necessary to consult a urologist.