Symptoms such as pelvic discomfort, painful urination, urinary urgency, weak urine flow, or frequent urination can have several possible causes. Our urology team provides thorough evaluation and individualized treatment planning for prostatitis, chronic pelvic pain, and related prostate-health concerns.
Researchers estimate that 1 in 10 men get prostatitis-like symptoms.
Prostatitis means inflammation of the prostate. Some prostatitis is caused by bacteria. It can be acute and come on suddenly. It can also be chronic, and keep coming back. Chronic pelvic pain conditions have similar symptoms but do not seem to be caused by bacteria. For some men, the cause of their prostatitis or chronic pelvic pain is not known.
Your urologist will review your symptoms, medical history, and previous treatments. A physical examination and laboratory testing can help identify infection and rule out other conditions that cause similar symptoms.
Depending on your concerns, the evaluation may include:
Not everyone needs the same tests. Your provider will explain why a particular examination or test is recommended.
Prostatitis can raise a prostate-specific antigen, or PSA, level. An elevated PSA does not automatically mean prostate cancer, and PSA alone does not diagnose prostatitis.
Your urologist will interpret the result alongside your symptoms and other findings and determine whether further evaluation is appropriate.
Bacterial prostatitis is treated with antibiotics selected for the infection. The length and type of treatment depend on the diagnosis and clinical circumstances.
Chronic pelvic pain without a confirmed infection may require a different approach. Treatment can include medication, symptom-management strategies, and pelvic floor physical therapy when muscle tenderness or dysfunction is identified.
Repeated antibiotic courses are not recommended for CP/CPPS when urine cultures and relevant infection testing are negative. Your provider will explain the reasoning behind the treatment plan and how your response will be reassessed.
Concerns like prostate issues, erection changes, and low testosterone are often linked, which is why this treatment is offered as part of a broader Men’s Health focus at UroHealth Partners. Our urology team looks at the whole picture, including urinary symptoms, sexual function, hormone levels, and long-term cancer risk, instead of treating each problem in isolation.
If you are noticing more than one change in your health, exploring the full range of options in our Men’s Health services can help you understand what might be related and which treatments can work together to help you feel your best.