Frequently asked questions
Short answers to common prostatitis questions.
These answers are educational and cannot diagnose an individual condition.
No. Acute and chronic bacterial prostatitis involve bacterial infection, but chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome is the most common category and is not defined simply as a bacterial infection. Asymptomatic inflammatory prostatitis can occur without symptoms.
Yes. Frequency, urgency, burning, weak or interrupted stream, trouble starting and retention may occur, depending on the type. These symptoms can also occur with other urinary conditions.
It can, particularly in chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome, but that symptom alone is not specific enough to make a diagnosis.
Seek immediate medical care for complete inability to urinate, painful frequent urgent urination with fever and chills, blood in urine, or severe lower abdominal/urinary tract pain.
Nortixa does not claim that a food or supplement cures prostatitis. Treatment depends on the underlying category and individual assessment. Discuss supplements with a qualified clinician, especially if you use prescription medicines.
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