What are the treatment options for prostatitis?

Prostatitis describes inflammation or irritation of the prostate. Some cases are linked to a bacterial infection, while others cause ongoing pelvic or urinary symptoms without a clear infection. A clinician may ask about pain, fever, urine flow, sexual symptoms and previous episodes, then choose tests and treatment accordingly.

A GP Consultation can assess whether symptoms fit prostatitis or another urinary condition. Severe infection can affect the whole body, so fever and feeling very unwell change the urgency of assessment.

When bacterial infection is suspected, a clinician may prescribe antibiotics. Take the prescribed course as directed and report side effects or symptoms that are not improving. Antibiotic Treatment provides related information, but the medicine and duration must be chosen for your situation.

Pain relief may be recommended if it is safe with your other medicines and health conditions. Drinking suitable amounts of fluid, avoiding activities that clearly worsen pelvic pain, and using warmth for comfort may help some people. Do not delay review if you cannot pass urine.

Persistent symptoms may need a longer-term plan that addresses pelvic discomfort, urinary difficulty or muscle tension. Keep a symptom record and arrange follow-up through a GP Consultation. Read more about Prostatitis.

Seek urgent medical care for inability to pass urine, high fever with chills, confusion, faintness, rapidly worsening pain, repeated vomiting or a severe illness feeling. Contact a clinician promptly if blood appears in urine, urinary symptoms worsen, or treatment is causing a concerning reaction.

Ask whether infection is suspected, which tests may be needed, how quickly treatment should help, what pain relief is safe, and when to return if symptoms persist. Mention fever, urinary retention, medicines, allergies and any previous prostate or urinary problems.