81. Prostatitis Library Offers information on prostatitis including the symptoms and prevention. http://hopkinsprostate.com/prostateLibraries/plProstatitis.html

Home Our Mission Advisory Board Dr. Carter's Letter ... Links Libraries Prostate Cancer BPH Prostatitis Prostatitis: The Basics What is it? Prostatitis is an acute or chronic inflammation of the prostate, a walnut-size gland located just below the bladder in men, which produces about 30 percent of the fluid portion of semen. Inflammation may be caused by an infection. Acute prostatitis is characterized by the sudden onset of symptoms; chronic prostatitis causes persistent, long-term symptoms that are less severe. Chronic prostatitis may affect as many as 35 percent of men over age 50. An inflamed prostate may press upon the urethra and completely block the flow of urine. Additionally, if left untreated, acute prostatitis may lead to a prostate abscess, an infected, pus-filled cavity. Treatment for the acute and chronic forms of prostatitis may differ considerably. What causes it?

82. Prostatitis It s common, it affects roughly half of all men at some time in their life andit accounts for as many as 25 per cent of all visits to the doctor for http://menshealth.about.com/cs/menonly/a/prostatitis.htm

var zLb=0; zJs=10 zJs=11 zJs=12 zJs=13 zc(5,'jsc',zJs,9999999,'') zfs=0;zCMt='a07' About Men's Health Diseases Prostatitis Men's Health Essentials Top Picks 4 secrets to a flat stomach ... Help zau(256,140,140,'el','http://z.about.com/0/ip/417/C.htm','');w(xb+xb+' ');zau(256,140,140,'von','http://z.about.com/0/ip/496/6.htm','');w(xb+xb); FREE Newsletter Sign Up Now for the Men's Health newsletter! See Online Courses Search Men's Health Stay up to date! Compare Prices Email to a friend ... Print this page Most Popular Penis Size Gallery Four Secrets to a Flat Stomach penis exercises and penis size What's Hot Black eyes Stop Smoking Rectal Spasms Varicocele adunitCM(150,100,'x55') Prostatitis From Jerry Kennard Your Guide to Men's Health FREE Newsletter. Sign Up Now! Prostatitis is very common with half of all men experiencing it at some time in their life. It accounts for as many as 25 per cent of all visits to the doctor for problems in the genital and urinary systems by the young and middle aged. So what is it? Definition Prostatitis is the name given to inflammatory conditions of the prostate gland. It can be (very) painful during urination or ejaculation and you need to see your doctor to ascertain the cause and get appropriate treatment. If you do not get it treated it can result in serious complications. There are four types of prostatitis: Acute bacterial prostatitis : Is the least common form of prostatitis but it demands prompt treatment so that complications do not occur. Bacteria such as Klebsiella or Escherichia cause the symptoms which include fever, general pains and, more specifically, pain in the lower back and genital region, the testicles, penis and the area between the scrotum and anus. Frequent trips to the rest room may be required, with pain during urination. You may feel you need to go urgently. Painful ejaculation may also be a symptom. The doctor will be able to tell if the prostate is tender and swollen.

83. Chronic Prostatitis: Results Of An Internet Survey Chronic prostatitis Results of an Internet survey. Includes an introduction, materials and methods and the results. http://www.prostatitis.org/paper.html

Home Search Methods Alphabetic list ... Pointers to other sites Chronic prostatitis: Results of an internet survey Richard B. Alexander a and David Trissel b a Division of Urology , University of Maryland School of Medicine, and Section of Urology, VA Medical Center, Baltimore, Maryland and the b Prostatitis Foundation , Chicago, Illinois. Supported by a grant from the U.S. Department of Veteran's Affairs Correspondence should be addressed to: Richard B. Alexander, M.D. Chief of Urology (112) VA Medical Center 10 N. Greene St. Baltimore, MD 21201 E-Mail: ralexander@surgery2.ab.umd.edu Abstract BACKGROUND: Chronic prostatitis is a common diagnosis but the etiology of this disease is unknown. We wished to catalog symptoms and etiologic factors for chronic prostatitis to gather epidemiological data about the disease. We also wished to determine the feasibility of doing this using the internet. METHODS: A 54 question survey was designed and posted to several internet newsgroups dealing with chronic prostatitis. The questions dealt with symptoms, predisposing factors, demographic data and sexual practices. Responses were collected by electronic mail and tabulated at a central site. RESULTS: We received 163 completed surveys over a 2 month period. Nine percent of responses came from individuals outside of the U.S. or Canada. Only 9.8% of completed surveys contained one or more unreadable answers. The responding population consisted of relatively young men (mean 43 years) with a chronic, relapsing set of symptoms mostly characterized by pain at various locations in the pelvis, irritative voiding symptoms and pain associated with ejaculation. Most respondents were potent and had a single sexual partner.

84. Prostatitis Spacedoc Former NASA Scientist Astronaut Duane Graveline. http://www.spacedoc.net/prostatitis.html

Prostatitis, PSA and Gardnerella Background Prostatitis in the acute form is readily recognized by most physicians, but chronic prostatitis is quite another matter. In the presence of discharge, tenderness and pyuria (abundant white blood cells in the urine), the diagnosis may be straightforward. But what of the patient with a small, non-tender gland and urinary findings of no significance? Doctors are just beginning to realize that low-grade inflammation may still be lurking in these seemingly innocent glands, and a frequent cause is the ubiquitous bacterium known as Gardnerella vaginalis . Often the first clue to the subtle presence of this condition is an elevation of your PSA test. Chronic Prostatitis Chronic prostatitis now has a new definition. Thanks to the persistence of scientists dedicated to urological research, this extremely common condition of adult men is now being increasingly recognized as nearly always bacterial in origineven if bacteria can not be grown in culture. The former diagnosis of chronic, non-bacterial prostatitisthe "dumping ground" for thousands of frustrated patients, has been greatly over-used in the past. This reflects primarily only our inability to demonstrate the causative bacteria, not their absence.

85. The Prostatitis Foundation An experimental technique from personal experience. With FAQs on common prostate drainage issues. http://www.prostatitis.org/doityourself.html

Causes of prostatitis It works for me (patient testimonials) Drainage in Prostatitis Methods of treatment Beginner's Guide To Do-It-Yourself Prostate Drainage By Ron K I am not a doctor and am relating only my own personal experience and opinions. Do-it-yourself prostate drainage is an experimental technique which is helping some sufferers. I take no responsibility if you try this and hurt yourself somehow. Neither, I'm sure does the Prostatitis Foundation. If you experience a fever or other serious illness within 24 hours of a drainage you should see a doctor immediately. This article covers the following frequently asked questions: What is prostate drainage? Why would I want to do it myself? Can anybody do it? My arms are too short. Is there any other way? ... 2003 Update What is prostate drainage? Prostate drainage is an essential part of Dr. AE Feliciano's treatment for prostatitis. This drainage must be done every two days or the whole treatment may fail. The rest of the treatment consists of several cultures of seminal fluid to determine the cause(s) of the infection and to determine the best antibiotic or antifungal to take, followed by a course of the appropriate antibiotic or antifungal. Prostate drainage is an advanced version of the digital rectal exam (DRE). The doctor inserts his gloved finger into your rectum and presses on portions of the prostate in an attempt to drain all of the trapped fluid.

86. Prostatitis Acute bacterial prostatitis generally associated with urinary tract infection, Asymptomatic inflammatory prostatitis - incidental finding during http://www.5mcc.com/Assets/SUMMARY/TP0751.html

Prostatitis DESCRIPTION: One of several inflammatory and/or painful conditions affecting the prostate gland Acute bacterial prostatitis - generally associated with urinary tract infection, has characteristically abrupt onset Chronic bacterial prostatitis - major cause of recurrent bacteriuria, less fulminant Chronic prostatitis/pelvic pain syndrome Inflammatory - inflammatory cells in prostatic secretions, post prostate massage urine or seminal fluid Noninflammatory - similar to chronic bacterial, but bacterial culture negative Asymptomatic inflammatory prostatitis - incidental finding during prostate biopsy of infertility, cancer workup System(s) affected: Reproductive, Renal/Urologic Genetics: No known genetic pattern Incidence/Prevalence in USA: Common Predominant age: Mostly ages 30-50, sexually active Chronic more common in ages over 50 Predominant sex: Male only CAUSES: Acute and chronic bacterial Ascending infection through urethra Refluxing urine into prostate ducts Direct extension or lymphatic spread from rectum Hematogenous spread Calculi serving as nidus for infection Aerobic gram negative bacteria ( Escherichia coli Pseudomonas Klebsiella Proteus N. gonorrhea

87. Male Genital Pathology This is chronic prostatitis. Numerous small dark blue lymphocytes are seen in However, more commonly, chronic prostatitis is abacterial and there is no http://www-medlib.med.utah.edu/WebPath/MALEHTML/MALE099.html

This is chronic prostatitis. Numerous small dark blue lymphocytes are seen in the stroma between the glands. There may be a bacterial agent accompanying this inflammation, and cystitis or urethritis may also be present. However, more commonly, chronic prostatitis is abacterial and there is no history of urinary tract infection. The serum prostate specific antigen may be slightly elevated.

88. Center For Male Reproduction - Prostatitis prostatitis is a common urologic condition that many clinicians find difficult Culture diagnosis of acute bacterial prostatitis is straightforward and http://www.malereproduction.com/15_prostatitis.html

ABOUT CMRM Home About the Center Philip Werthman, MD Cappy Rothman, MD ... Contact Us VASECTOMY REVERSAL AT CMRM Director's Message Vasectomy Reversal - Intro What You Need to Know Common Myths ... Testimonials EDUCATION Table of Contents What's New in Male Fertility Male Infertility Varicocele ... Helpful Links Prostatitis Prostatitis is a common urologic condition that many clinicians find difficult to treat effectively. It has been estimated that up to half of all men suffer from symptoms of prostatitis at some time in their lives. The prostate is a walnut sized gland that is located beneath the urinary bladder (see picture below). The prostate surrounds the urethra (urine channel) like a donut. When the prostate becomes inflammed it can impinge on urine flow and cause symptoms. The function of the prostate is to produce fluid and enzymes that contribute to the semen and are needed for male fertility. Prostatitis was categorized into four forms: Form of Prostatitis Symptoms Prostatic Secretions Culture Results Acute Bacterial Fever,chills, burning, back, lower abdominal, testicular or groin pain, general malaise or weakness, difficulty with urination

89. THE MERCK MANUAL, Sec. 17, Ch. 218, Prostate Disease Acute bacterial prostatitis is characterized by chills, high fever, Chronic nonbacterial prostatitis is more common than bacterial prostatitis. http://www.merck.com/mrkshared/mmanual/section17/chapter218/218b.jsp

90. THE MERCK MANUAL--SECOND HOME EDITION, Prostatitis In Ch. 239, Prostate Disorder Some symptoms tend to occur more often with acute bacterial prostatitis, The diagnosis of prostatitis is usually based on the symptoms and a physical http://www.merck.com/mmhe/sec21/ch239/ch239d.html

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91. Prostate Disease: Prostate Cancer, Prostatitis, Enlarged Prostate Cancer Prevention Preventing Cancer reviews the best scientific cancer researchon risk factors and preventive strategies. http://www.health.harvard.edu/special_health_reports/Prostate_Disease.htm

SEARCH HOME SIGN IN SIGN OUT SUBSCRIBER ACCESS BROWSE BACK ISSUES PUBLICATION CATALOG MY CART MY ACCOUNT CONTACT US HELP ABOUT US SPECIAL REPORT Home Special Health Reports Prostate Disease: Prostate Cancer, Prostatitis, Enlarged Prostate Prostate Disease: Finding the Cause and Cure Description Table of Contents An excerpt from this report Printed Version: Electronic Download (PDF): Print + Electronic Download (PDF): Click to enlarge For a small gland, the prostate can cause big problems. More than half of men in their sixties have enlarged prostates. Prostate cancer is second only to lung cancer as a fatal malignancy. And prostatitis is a condition that affects even young men. This report describes the causes and treatment of prostate diseases and provides practical advice for coping with the troubling side effects including incontinence and erectile dysfunction. Prepared by the editors of Harvard Health Publications in consultation with W. Scott McDougal, M.D. Chief of Urology, Massachusetts General Hospital and Michael J. Barry, M.D. Chief, General Medicine Unit, Massachusetts General Hospital. 36 pages.

92. AllRefer Health - Acute Prostatitis prostatitis Acute information center covers causes, prevention, symptoms,diagnosis, treatment, incidence, risk factors, signs, tests, support groups, http://health.allrefer.com/health/prostatitis-acute-info.html

AllRefer Channels :: Yellow Pages Reference Health Home ... Contact Us Quick Jump ADD/ADHD Allergies Alzheimer's Disease Arthritis Asthma Back Pain Breast Cancer Cancer Colon Cancer Depression Diabetes Gallbladder Disease Heart Attack Hepatitis High Cholesterol HIV/AIDS Hypertension Lung Cancer Menopause Migraines/Headaches Osteoporosis Pneumonia Prostate Cancer SARS Stroke Urinary Tract Infection 1600+ More Conditions Alternative Medicine Health News Symptoms Guide Special Topics ... Medical Encyclopedia Web health.allrefer.com You are here : AllRefer.com Health Acute Prostatitis Prostatitis - Acute Definition Prevention Treatment Expectations or Prognosis ... Go To Main Page Definition Acute prostatitis is an inflammation of the prostate gland that develops suddenly. Male Reproductive Anatomy Acute prostatitis is usually caused by a bacterial infection of the prostate gland. Any organism capable of causing an urinary tract infection (UTI) is also capable of causing acute bacterial prostatitis, including enterococci, Escherichia coli Klebsiella pneumonia Proteus mirabilis Pseudomonas aeruginosa , and Staphylococcus aureus Some sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) can cause acute prostatitis, typically seen in men younger than 35. These include

93. AllRefer Health - Chronic Prostatitis (Chronic Bacterial Prostatitis) prostatitis Chronic (Chronic Bacterial prostatitis) information center coverscauses, prevention, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, incidence, risk factors, http://health.allrefer.com/health/prostatitis-chronic-info.html

AllRefer Channels :: Yellow Pages Reference Health Home ... Contact Us Quick Jump ADD/ADHD Allergies Alzheimer's Disease Arthritis Asthma Back Pain Breast Cancer Cancer Colon Cancer Depression Diabetes Gallbladder Disease Heart Attack Hepatitis High Cholesterol HIV/AIDS Hypertension Lung Cancer Menopause Migraines/Headaches Osteoporosis Pneumonia Prostate Cancer SARS Stroke Urinary Tract Infection 1600+ More Conditions Alternative Medicine Health News Symptoms Guide Special Topics ... Medical Encyclopedia Web health.allrefer.com You are here : AllRefer.com Health Chronic Prostatitis Prostatitis - Chronic Definition Prevention Treatment Expectations or Prognosis ... Go To Main Page Alternate Names : Chronic Bacterial Prostatitis Definition Chronic prostatitis is an inflammation of the prostate gland that develops gradually, continues for a prolonged period, and typically has subtle symptoms. Male Reproductive Anatomy Chronic prostatitis is usually caused by a bacterial infection. It may be associated with or follow urinary tract infection urethritis epididymitis , or acute prostatitis . The most common causes are Escherichia coli and proteus, enterobacter, and klebsiella bacteria.

94. Prostatitis Detailed information on prostatitis, including causes, symptoms, risk factors,diagnosis, and treatment. http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/uvahealth/adult_prostate/prostati.cfm

[ Skip Navigation ] Health System Home For Health Answers Healthcare Professionals ... Advanced Search Health System Search Search for Information People UVa Home Health System News Health System Events (all) Health System Publications ... Making a Gift Topics All About Cancer Blood Disorders Bone Disorders Breast Health Cancer Cardiovascular Disease Dermatology Diabetes Digestive Disorders Endocrinology Environmental Medicine Eye Care Glossary Gynecological Health Infectious Diseases Kidney Disease Men's Health Mental Health Nervous System Disorders Non-Trauma Emergency Oral Health Orthopaedics Otolaryngology Pathology Pediatrics, General Health Prostate Health Radiology Respiratory Disorders Skin Cancer Surgical Care Urology Women's Health UVa Health Topics A to Z FIND A DOCTOR Benign Prostate Conditions Erectile Dysfunction Fertility: Male ... WHY CHOOSE UVA Search This Site Prostatitis What is prostatitis? Prostatitis is one of several benign (non-cancerous), inflamed conditions of the prostate gland. Acute prostatitis occurs suddenly, with sharp, severe symptoms. Chronic prostatitis develops gradually, recurs often, with the infection lasting for prolonged periods of time. Chronic prostatitis is typically difficult to treat. Who is affected by prostatitis?

95. Prostatitis prostatitis is often described as an infection of the prostate, but it can also prostatitis is a treatable disease. Even if the problem cannot be cured, http://www.clevelandclinic.org/health/health-info/docs/1900/1962.asp

Prostatitis Prostatitis is often described as an infection of the prostate, but it can also be an inflammation with no sign of infection. Just 5-10% of cases are caused by bacterial infection. Prostatitis can affect men of all ages. An estimated 50% of all men experience prostatitis-like symptoms at some point during their lifetime. In fact, chronic prostatitis is the number one reason men under the age of 50 visit a urologist. In some cases, chronic prostatitis follows an attack of acute prostatitis. Chronic prostatitis may also be associated with other urinary tract infections. The primary symptom of chronic infectious prostatitis is usually repeated bladder infections. Prostatitis is considered chronic if it lasts more than 3 months. Types of prostatitis include: Acute bacterial prostatitis. A sudden bacterial infection characterized by inflammation of the prostate. This is the least common form of prostatitis but the symptoms are usually severe. Patients with this condition have an acute urinary tract infection with increased urinary frequency and urgency, need to urinate a lot at night, and have pain in the pelvis and genital area. They often have fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, and burning when urinating. Acute bacterial prostatitis requires prompt treatment, as the condition can lead to bladder infections, abscesses in the prostate or, in extreme cases, completely blocked urine flow. Left untreated, the condition can cause confusion, low blood pressure, and may be fatal. The condition is usually treated in the hospital with intravenous antibiotics, pain relievers, and fluids.

96. Clinical Evidence Men S Health Chronic Prostatitis Interventions Chronic prostatitis. Search date July 2004. Thomas Jang and Anthony Schaeffer Chronic bacterial prostatitis Chronic abacterial prostatitis http://www.clinicalevidence.com/ceweb/conditions/msh/1802/1802.jsp

97. Discovery Health :: Diseases & Conditions :: Acute Prostatitis Acute bacterial prostatitis is a sudden severe infection of the prostate glandcaused by bacteria. http://health.discovery.com/encyclopedias/illnesses.html?article=2473&page=1

98. Prostatitis -- East Texas Medical Center Regional Healthcare System The goal of the ETMC Regional Healthcare System is to provide its affiliatehospitals and rural health clinics with the resources they need to provide the http://www.etmc.org/page.php?pageID=888

99. Bacterial Prostatitis - Patient UK Bacterial prostatitis is an infection of the prostate. It can be acute or chronic.Symptoms include pain, mainly at the base of the penis and around the http://www.patient.co.uk/showdoc/23068980/

Bacterial Prostatitis Bacterial prostatitis is an infection of the prostate. It can be acute or chronic. Symptoms include pain, mainly at the base of the penis and around the anus. Treatment includes a course of antibiotics for 4-6 weeks. What is bacterial prostatitis? Bacterial prostatitis means you have an infection of your prostate gland. There are two types of bacterial prostatitis - acute (sudden onset) and chronic (persistent). (Another leaflet deals with non-infective prostatitis which is also called chronic pelvic pain syndrome.) What is the prostate gland? Only men have a prostate gland. It lies just beneath the bladder. It is normally about the size of a chestnut. The urethra (the tube that passes urine from the bladder) runs through the middle of the prostate. The prostate helps to make semen, but most semen is made by another gland nearby (the seminal vesicle). What is the difference between acute and chronic bacterial prostatitis? ACUTE BACTERIAL PROSTATITIS This is when symptoms develop quickly. It usually occurs at the same time as a urine infection. So, you may also have a bladder infection (cystitis). Bacteria (bugs) are found in your urine if a urine sample is taken. Symptoms include: Pain from your prostate, which may be severe. You feel this mainly at the base of your penis, around your anus, and lower back. Pain may spread to your penis and testes. Passing stools (faeces) can be painful.

100. PCAW - Prostate Cancer Awareness Week - Advisor: Prostatitis Advisor prostatitis Chronic bacterial prostatitis recurrent infection ofthe prostate, occurs in men aged 50 to 80 years. http://www.pcaw.com/info_articles/advisor/Prostatitis.asp

Home About PCEC Prostate Cancer Information Support our Efforts ... Search Advisor: Prostatitis About PCEC Mission PCEC History Successes Council Members Prostate Cancer Information General PC Information/Stats What is the Prostate Prostate Cancer Symptoms Prostate Cancer Diagnosis and Screening ... Webcasts Support our Efforts Donation Our Sponsors Sponsorship and Partnership Opportunities Programs and Events PACE Race Tackle Prostate Cancer Golf Tournament PCAW ... 6 Days of Prostate Cancer Campaign Prostatitis Prostatitis Prostatitis Symptoms of prostatitis Acute bacterial prostatitis Chronic bacterial prostatitis ... Diagnosing prostatitis PROSTATITIS To put it simply, prostatitis is inflammation of the prostate gland. There are three main classifications of prostatitis Acute bacterial prostatitis acute infection of the prostate gland, usually occurs in men aged 40 to 60 years. Chronic bacterial prostatitis recurrent infection of the prostate, occurs in men aged 50 to 80 years. It is associated with chronic urinary infection and, commonly, calcifications in the prostate (prostatic stones). In the cases of bacterial prostatitis, the culprit usually is a bacteria known as Escherichia coli. The cause of bacterial prostatitis is not welldefined, but one theory suggests a reflux of urine from the bladder into prostatic ducts. This reflux of urine may lead to prostatitis.

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