Wie wird eine Prostatitis festgestellt?
Bei einem Verdacht auf eine Prostatitis lässt der Arzt Blutproben und Urinproben auf Bakterien untersuchen. Um zu prüfen, welches Antibiotikum am besten anschlägt und ob es Resistenzen gibt, werden aus dem Urin Bakterien angezüchtet (Bakterienkultur).
Kann Sport den PSA-Wert erhöhen?
Eine aktuelle Untersuchung bestätigt, dass Sport zu einer Erhöhung des PSA-Wertes führen kann. Das gilt allerdings nicht für alle Männer. Auf einen PSA Test nach dem Sport sollte man trotzdem verzichten. Ein erhöhter Wert des prostataspezifischen Antigens (PSA) kann ein Hinweis für Prostatakrebs sein.
What are the symptoms of prostatitis of the prostate?
The prostate gland produces fluid (semen) that nourishes and transports sperm. Prostatitis often causes painful or difficult urination. Other symptoms include pain in the groin, pelvic area or genitals and sometimes flu-like symptoms.
Can a bacterial infection cause prostatitis in the prostate?
A bacterial infection of the prostate causes bacterial prostatitis. The acute type happens suddenly and lasts a short time, while the chronic type develops slowly and lasts a long time, often years. The infection may occur when bacteria travel from the urethra into the prostate. How common is prostatitis?
Which is the best alternative medicine for prostatitis?
Alternative medicine. Some herbal treatments for prostatitis include rye grass (cernilton), a chemical found in green tea, onions and other plants (quercetin) and extract of the saw palmetto plant. Discuss your use of alternative medicine practices and supplements with your doctor.
What is the difference between acute and chronic prostatitis?
Acute and chronic bacterial prostatitis. A bacterial infection of the prostate causes bacterial prostatitis. The acute type happens suddenly and lasts a short time, while the chronic type develops slowly and lasts a long time, often years. The infection may occur when bacteria travel from the urethra into the prostate. How common is prostatitis?