Prostatitis - nonbacterial - chronic
Alternate Names : NBP, Prostatodynia, Pelvic pain syndrome, CPPS, Chronic nonbacterial prostatitis, Chronic genitourinary pain
Definition
Chronic nonbacterial prostatitis is long-term pain and urinary symptoms that involve the prostate gland or other parts of a man's lower urinary tract or genital area. This condition is not caused by bacterial infection. See also: Chronic bacterial prostatitis
Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
Possible risk factors for nonbacterial prostatitis include: - Bacteria
- Fungi
- Irritation caused by a backup of urine flowing into the prostate
- Parasites (trichomonads)
- Viruses
- Chemicals
- Nerve disorder involving the lower urinary tract
- Problems with toilet training
- Sexual abuse
Life stresses and some psychological factors may also contribute. Most patients with chronic prostatitis have the nonbacterial form.
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