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Is bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) an effective medication to treat prostatitis?
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Yes: Other supportive measures include stool softeners, antipyretics, bed rest. Important to make sure there is no abscess or any other complication. Urological evaluation may be needed,
Answered 3/7/2015
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