An Overview of Prostatitis: Symptoms and Treatment
All men have a gland in their reproductive system called the prostate. The prostate is located below the bladder and in front of the rectum, and its responsibility is to create semen—the fluid that contains sperm. If the prostate swells or becomes inflamed, however, a condition known as prostatitis can develop. This can cause painful urination or trouble urinating, and several other pain- or discomfort-related symptoms. It has several different causes and can be either temporary or recurring. Here’s what you need to know. Symptoms and Complications Symptoms vary depending on the cause, and they can include: Dysuria: Pain or burning sensation during urination Nocturia: Frequent urination, particularly during the night Bloody or cloudy urine Trouble urinating Feelings of an urgent need to urinate Pain: Could be present in the abdomen, groin, lower back, perineum (area between scrotum and rectum), penis, testicles, or during ejaculation Flu-like symptoms: These are only present in bacte