PROSTATITIS

The signs and symptoms of this type of prostatitis develop more slowly and usually aren't as severe as those of acute prostatitis. In addition, times when symptoms are better tend to alternate with times when symptoms are worse. Signs and symptoms of chronic bacterial prostatitis include:

• A frequent and urgent need to urinate

• Pain or a burning sensation when urinating (dysuria)

• Pain in the prostate

• Excessive urination during the night (nocturia)

• Pain in the lower back and genital area

• Difficulty starting to urinate, or diminished urine flow

• Occasional blood in semen or in urine (hematuria)

• Painful ejaculation

• A slight fever

• Recurring bladder infections

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