Chronic prostatitis, particularly chronic pelvic pain syndrome, significantly affects quality of life. Symptoms include pelvic discomfort, urinary disturbances, and sexual dysfunction.
The etiology is multifactorial, involving inflammatory, infectious, and psychosomatic components. Diagnosis is often one of exclusion after ruling out bacterial infection.
Treatment may involve antibiotics, alpha-blockers, anti-inflammatory agents, pelvic floor therapy, and psychological counseling. A multimodal approach yields the best outcomes.
Patient education and long-term follow-up are essential to erotic managing this often persistent condition.
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