Alternatives to Antibiotics for Prostatitis

Prostatitis is the inflammation of the prostate gland in men. An infection in the urinary tract is the main cause of prostatitis. It is easy to get prostatitis if you have been infected with E. coli bacteria. With prostatitis, there is the additional problem of urinary infections or blockage of the urinary tract.

Symptoms of acute prostatitis

Acute prostatitis is caused by an infection in the urinary tract. Usually, the infection spreads from the urethra. The infection is contracted through sexual intercourse or sharing of bathwater. It is related to sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), such as chlamydia, gonorrhoea or syphilis. Acute prostatitis symptoms include pain in the lower back, difficulty or pain in the genital area (abdomen, testicles, and penis); discomfort during ejaculation and urination, and dribbling when urinating. A severe case may result in fevers, chills, frequent urination (continually having the impulse to urinate) and even hematuria.

Treatment of acute prostatitis

Antibiotics are a doctor's first choice for treating acute protatitis. Appropriate antibiotics should be used to cure acute protatitis, for they can resolve the infection in a very short time. Antibiotics are used for their anti-inflammatory effect even if an infection has not been found. It is important to choose the proper drug and make sure the treatment lasts long enough. Patients suffering from severe cases may need hospitalization.

Traditional Herbal Treatment - Pau d'arco

Pau d'arco extracts comprise a traditional herbal treatment for prostatitis. According to research, it can fight E.coli bacteria, which are the most common bacteria to infect the urinary tract. Is has been shown to be possible to prevent or cure prostatitis with pau d'arco. Other useful medicines include painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs, antidepressants, and pollen extracts. Psychological support and counselling are also useful to relieve the severity of the illness.