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Prostatitis is a ‘general term’ that’s used for
describing the inflammation of the prostate gland.
The prostate gland is located just below the bladder
in all males and is about the size and shape of a
walnut.
The Prostates main function is for the regulation
and production of semen (the fluid that transports
and nourishes sperm). Inflamed prostates or
‘prostatitis’ can cause a variety of symptoms
including a frequent and urgent need to urinate or
pain or burning when urinating. These are often
accompanied by pelvic, groin or lower back pain.
Prostatitis will appear in several forms. The acute
form (the least common) is the most severe and may
require hospitalization. The second form is called
Chronic Bacterial Prostatitis and doctors aren’t
entirely clear on what causes a chronic bacterial
infection. Sometimes bacteria can remain the in
prostate following acute prostatitis. Catheter tubes
are used to drain the urinary bladder and trauma to
the urinary system or infections in other parts of
the body can be the source of the bacteria. Lastly,
we have Chronic Non-Bacterial Prostatitis. Again,
researchers aren’t sure the exact cause however they
have numerous theories about the possible triggers
which include: certain occupations, physical
activity, infectious agents, heavy lifting, pelvic
muscle spasm and structural abnormalities of the
urinary tract.
If you are experiencing any discomfort or suspect
you may have Prostatitis make a trip to see your
physician as soon as possible. Once your doctor
determines whether you have it, and what kind of
prostatitis you have the two of you can discuss a
treatment plan together.
Depending on the type of prostatitis you have, there
are certain medications that may help rid or control
your symptoms such as: antibiotics, muscle relaxants
and pain relievers. Other such forms of therapy
including physical therapy etc. can be discussed
with your doctor.
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