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Prevention
Chronic prostatitis cannot be prevented.
Treatment
For many years, antibiotics have been the mainstay of treatment for chronic prostatitis. Antibiotics such as trimethoprim-sulfa (Bactrim, Septra) and the fluoroquinolones ("floxacins," sold under the brand names Floxin, Cipro, Levaquin and others) are used most often to treat chronic bacterial prostatitis. Because it is difficult for antibiotics to get into the prostate gland, they must be given at high doses for an extended period,...
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Chronic Prostatitis: An Overview
The term "chronic prostatitis" describes a somewhat vague and poorly understood condition that affects many men, usually in young or middle age. ... Read more »
Prostatitis: chronic
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Chronic bacterial prostatitis is swelling and irritation (inflammation) of the prostate gland that develops slowly and continues for a long period of... Read more »
Clinical trial: Lyrica for chronic pelvic pain and chronic pro...
This is a study to determine whether Lyrica is an effective treatment for chronic pelvic pain and chronic prostatitis. This international study is... Read more »
Prostatitis: chronic
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Chronic bacterial prostatitis Treatment Treatment options for chronic prostatitis include a combination of medication, surgery, and... Read more »
Prostatitis: chronic
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Chronic bacterial prostatitis Prevention Avoiding urinary tract infections and sexually transmitted diseases can help prevent chronic... Read more »
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