How to Treat Non-Bacterial Prostatitis

Prostatitis is a condition that affects the prostate gland, causing pain in the groin and surrounding areas, and painful and difficult urination for men. Non-bacterial prostatitis accounts for a majority of cases but is not as well understood or easily treated as bacterial prostatitis. The symptoms can come and go and vary in severity. Treatments are available that aim to relieve symptoms.

Things You'll Need

• Medication: prescription and over-the-counter
• Prostatic massage
• Warm baths
• Pillows/cushions
• Natural supplements

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Instructions

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  Talk to your doctor about medications available for non-bacterial prostatitis. You can use alpha blockers which relax the area where your prostate and bladder connect. It can ease symptoms, particularly painful urination. Commonly prescribed medications include Uroxatral and Cardura. You might experience headache and a drop in blood pressure while using these medications. Always take as directed and do not alter or stop medications without consulting your doctor. Pain medication is usually suggested as well; talk to your doctor about appropriate medications for your condition as some over-the-counter medications can aggravate prostate problems and cause other negative side effects.

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  Get a prostatic massage. Your doctor will insert a lubricated, covered finger into your rectum and massage the prostate. This might provide some relief.

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  Relieve pain by taking warm baths and sitting on pillows or inflatable cushions.

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  Avoid foods and beverages that will contribute to urinary difficulties; these include caffeine, alcohol, spicy and spicy and acidic foods.

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  Experiment with natural supplements that have been shown to benefit nonbacterial prostatitis. The University of Maryland Medical Center suggests the following treatments might be useful. Do not use natural supplements without talking to your doctor first.

  Cernilton is widely used in Europe; take 1,000 mg three times a day. Quercetin can reduce pain and inflammation; take 500 mg twice a day. Beta sitosterol, naturally found in plants, can relieve symptoms; take 20 mg daily.