Prostatitis

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Chronic prostatitis can be challenging to treat, as little is known about the cause of the condition. Most men willgradually recover with treatment, but this can take several months or years.

Most men with acute prostatitis will make a full recovery within a few weeks, although around 1 in every 10 will go on to develop chronic prostatitis at some point in the future.

Some men with prostatitis find their symptoms return (relapse) later on, which will require further treatment.

Prostatitis is not cancer and there's currently no clear evidence that it increases your chances of developing prostate cancer.

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Introduction

Prostatitis is the inflammation (swelling) of the prostate gland. It can be very painful and distressing, but will usually get better eventually.

Outlook

Chronic prostatitis can be challenging to treat, as little is known about the cause of the condition. Most men willgradually recover with treatment, but this can take several months or years. Most me

Signs and symptoms

Symptoms of prostatitis can include: pain in the pelvis, genitals, lower back and buttocks pain when urinating a frequent need to pee difficulty urinating, such as problems starting or "stop-star

Treating prostatitis

Treatment for chronic prostatitis usually aims to control the symptoms. Painkillers such as paracetamol or ibuprofen may help relieve your pain. A medication called an alpha-blocker (such as tamsulo

What causes prostatitis?

There are two main types of prostatitis: chronic prostatitis the symptoms come and go over a period of severalmonths; this is the most common type acute prostatitis the symptoms are severe and

When to seek medical advice

See your GP if you have symptoms of prostatitis. Your GP will ask about the problems you're having and may examine your tummy. It's likely you'll also need a rectal examination , where they insert a f