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5. Treatment

If a bacterial infection causes prostatitis, antibiotics are used to treat it. In some cases, the patient will need to be hospitalized until the condition improves.

People with chronic prostatitis may need to look into the management of their conditions with lifestyle changes. Treatments may include:

  • Anti-inflammatory agents. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can help you to manage the pain.
  • Alpha blockers. These medications help to relax the muscles around the bladder and prostate, easing the pain you may feel with urination.
  • Alternative treatments. There is no scientific evidence that herbal medicine can treat prostatitis, although some people report relief using these preparations.
  • Acupuncture and massage. Prostate massage may improve symptoms in patients with nonbacterial prostatitis. Some people have also reported a decrease in symptoms with acupuncture.

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