Prostatitis Treatment in Lake Charles & Sulphur, LA

Swelling and inflammation of the prostate is a medical condition known as prostatitis. This type of inflammation is often due to an infection of the prostate, but it is possible for this gland to swell for other reasons.

Board-certified urologist, Dr. Siddiq and the staff at Advanced Urology are committed to providing the best-in-class urology care to patients in Southwest Louisiana and beyond. Dr. Siddiq will help determine if you are suffering from prostatitis and discover the best treatment option for you. For more information, please contact our urology clinics in Lake Charles and Sulphur, LA at (337) 480-7499 and request an appointment today!

What Are the Classic Symptoms of Prostatitis?

Prostatitis is generally quite painful, which is typically what will send a man in to see Dr. Farjaad Siddiq before any additional symptoms occur. This pain is most often noticed during urination, ejaculation, or defecation.

If the infection is bacterial, most men will experience flu-like symptoms as a result of prostatitis. Another common symptom of prostatitis is bloody or cloudy urine.

How is Prostatitis Treated by Dr. Farjaad Siddiq?

After Dr. Farjaad Siddiq has diagnosed a patient with prostatitis using standard procedure that includes a prostate exam and additional imaging tests, they will begin to discuss treatment options for the patient’s particular type of prostatitis.

If the prostatitis is indeed caused by a bacterial infection then antibiotics should be able to effectively treat the condition in a short amount of time. Unfortunately, it is not always easy to find a direct cause associated with prostatitis.

Individuals with prostatitis that is not caused by an infection are typically recommended to try a combination of medications and lifestyle changes. Most medications will aim to relax the muscles of the prostate, though antidepressants and anti-inflammatories are also frequently prescribed to help ease the patient’s discomfort. Avoidance of spicy foods, caffeine, and alcohol have also proven to be effective in reducing pain caused by chronic nonbacterial prostatitis.