From a sudden bacterial infection to long-term pelvic pain - getting the type right is what makes treatment work. No GP referral needed.
Treated personally by Mr Maneesh GheiConsultant Urological Surgeon · GMC 5208045
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142 verified reviewsProstatitis is inflammation or infection of the prostate gland - most cases are chronic pelvic pain syndrome with no infection present, while acute and chronic bacterial prostatitis need antibiotic treatment aimed at the bacteria involved.
Discomfort in the pelvis, lower back, genitals or perineum, which can be constant or intermittent.
Difficulty and pain when urinating, increased frequency and urgency, and needing to go often at night.
Acute bacterial prostatitis can bring a high fever, chills, nausea and vomiting, and needs prompt treatment.
The most common type, accounting for around 90% of cases - treated with anti-inflammatories, alpha-blockers and pelvic floor physiotherapy.
A sudden infection needing prompt antibiotics, with hospitalisation for severe cases requiring intravenous treatment.
A longer course of antibiotics, typically 4 to 12 weeks, to clear a persistent infection in the prostate tissue.
Examination, urine tests and, where needed, imaging identify exactly which type you have before treatment starts.
Pelvic pain and urinary symptoms deserve a fast, clear diagnosis - most patients are seen within a few days.
A physical examination and urine tests identify whether infection is present and which type of prostatitis you have.
The right course of antibiotics, medication or physiotherapy for your specific diagnosis.
Mr Ghei is a consultant urological surgeon with a specialist focus on prostate diagnosis and treatment. He holds a Research MD from University College London and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons.
In his NHS role he is Cancer Lead and Academic Lead at Whittington Hospital London - one of a small number of consultant urologists in the UK to hold both positions. Every private patient is cared for by Mr Ghei personally, from first appointment through to any treatment that follows.
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