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What is the best treatment for prostatitis?

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Antibiotics: Depends on the cause. Usually bacterial in nature, antibiotics are used and preferably if the exact bacteria is identified. Also, medications that shrink the prostate and open up the urethra can also be used. Antiinflammatories are sometimes used to reduce swelling and discomfort.

Answered 11/23/2014

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Prostatitis: There are other conditions that have symptoms like prostatis and there are several types of prostatitis. So it's important to be evaluated by your doctor first.

Answered 11/21/2020

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Depends on age/cause: There are two types. One is a bacterial infection that needs to be treated with an antibiotic. The other cause is chronic and is treated with several medications-antibiotics, pain medication and medications to relieve symptoms of frequent urination, painful urination and feeling of inadequate emptying of the bladder.

Answered 11/23/2014

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Antibiotics: You need antibiotics for this infection of the prostate.

Answered 3/26/2013

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My prostatitis has gone following treatment. Is it likely to come back?

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