(N41.1) Chronic prostatitis

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540 103 in individuals diagnosis chronic prostatitis confirmed
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3 952 deaths with diagnosis chronic prostatitis
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1% mortality rate associated with the disease chronic prostatitis

Diagnosis chronic prostatitis is diagnosed Prevalent in Men Only

540 103

Men receive the diagnosis chronic prostatitis

3 952 (0.7 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis chronic prostatitis

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Risk Group for the Disease chronic prostatitis - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 0

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 10-94
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-95+
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No Cases of the Disease Chronic prostatitis identified in Men

Disease Features chronic prostatitis

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Non-contagious
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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Chronic prostatitis - what does this mean

Chronic prostatitis is a condition caused by inflammation of the prostate gland, usually due to bacterial infection. it can cause symptoms such as pain in the lower abdomen, pelvic area, testicles, or penis, frequent and painful urination, and difficulty urinating.

What happens during the disease - chronic prostatitis

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Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical examination
  • Urine sample analysis
  • Blood tests
  • Digital rectal examination
  • Ultrasound
  • Prostate biopsy
  • Cystoscopy

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal of the treatment: Reduce symptoms and improve quality of life.
  • Antibiotic therapy
  • Anti-inflammatory medications
  • Alpha blockers
  • 5-alpha reductase inhibitors
  • Pain medications
  • Physical therapy
  • Hot baths or sitz baths
  • Stress management
  • Dietary and lifestyle changes
  • Herbal remedies
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5 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Chronic prostatitis - Prevention

The best way to prevent chronic prostatitis is to practice good hygiene, maintain a healthy lifestyle, and practice safe sex. additionally, men should seek medical attention if they experience any symptoms of the condition, such as pain or discomfort in the pelvic area, difficulty urinating, or frequent urinary tract infections.

Main symptoms of the disease chronic prostatitis

Pain during intercourse

(Soreness during intercourse, Painful intercourse, Painful sex, Dyspareunia, Coital pain, Vulvodynia, Vaginismus, Genital pain, Vulvar pain, Vulvar discomfort, Vulvar burning, Vulvar soreness)

Pain during intercourse is a common symptom experienced by many people. It can range from mild discomfort to intense pain. It usually starts as a dull ache that intensifies as intercourse progresses. It can be localized to the genital area or radiate to the lower back, abdomen, or thighs. Pain can b...

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Infertility

(Sterility, Barrenness, Impotence, Inability to conceive, Infecundity, Infecundness, Childlessness, Unfruitfulness, Unproductiveness, Unfertility)

Infertility is the inability to conceive a child after trying for a year or more. It can manifest in both men and women, and is usually caused by issues with the reproductive system. Symptoms can include irregular menstrual cycles and low sperm count. Infertility can develop gradually, with couples ...

Age: 14 to 100Accociated with 21 diseases

Painful urination

(Burning urination, Stinging urination, Agonizing urination, Sharp urination, Scalding urination, Sore urination, Tender urination, Aching urination, Throbbing urination)

Painful urination is a symptom of an underlying medical condition, such as a urinary tract infection, bladder infection, or kidney stones. It is characterized by a burning or stinging sensation when passing urine, and may be accompanied by an increased frequency of urination and a feeling of urgency...

Age: 1 to 100Accociated with 48 diseases

Fever with chills

(Fever with shivering, Fever with trembling, Fever with shaking, Fever with rigors, Fever with quivering, Fever with shuddering, Fever with quaking, Fever with shudder, Fever with trembling rigors, Fever with shuddering fits)

Fever with chills is a common symptom of infection, and is characterized by a sudden onset of high body temperature and shivering. It may be accompanied by other symptoms such as sweating, headache, fatigue, body aches, and general weakness. As the body temperature rises, the patient may experience ...

Age: 1 to 100Accociated with 105 diseases

Discharge from the urethra

Discharge from the urethra is a common symptom of urinary tract infections and sexually transmitted diseases. It is usually a thin, cloudy or milky fluid that is released from the opening of the urethra. It may be accompanied by a burning sensation during urination, painful intercourse, and increase...

Age: 1 to 100Accociated with 12 diseases

Pain in the scrotum

(Scrotal pain, Testicle pain, Groin pain, Testicular pain, Pain in the genitals, Pain in the groin, Scrotal discomfort, Male genital pain, Pain in the testicles, Testicular discomfort)

Pain in the scrotum is a symptom of a medical condition. It may be felt as a sharp, burning, or aching sensation and may worsen with movement. It may be localized to one side of the scrotum or may be felt throughout the area. It can range from mild to severe and may be accompanied by swelling, redne...

Age: 1 to 100Accociated with 8 diseases

Pain in the prostate

(Prostate ache, Prostate discomfort, Prostate pang, Prostate pains, Prostate soreness, Prostate hurt, Prostate agony, Prostate trouble, Prostate aching, Prostate misery)

Pain in the prostate is a common symptom of prostate conditions. It may be localized to the prostate area, or may radiate to the lower back, abdomen, or groin. It can range from a mild, dull ache to sharp, intense pain. It may start suddenly or develop gradually, and can be constant or intermittent....

Age: any ageAccociated with 5 diseases

Frequent urination

Frequent urination is a symptom of an underlying medical condition. It is characterized by an increased urge to urinate and the need to urinate more often than usual. It can range from mild to severe in intensity and can be accompanied by other symptoms such as pain, burning, or difficulty starting ...

Age: any ageAccociated with 36 diseases