How can I stop prostatitis pain?

The following might ease some symptoms of prostatitis:

1. Soak in a warm bath (sitz bath) or use a heating pad.
2. Limit or avoid alcohol, caffeine, and spicy or acidic foods, which can irritate your bladder.
3. Avoid activities that can irritate your prostate, such as prolonged sitting or bicycling.

What kind of pain reliever can you take for inflamed prostate?

Take an over-the-counter pain medicine, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), or naproxen (Aleve). Be safe with medicines.

What are the symptoms of chronic prostatitis in men?

Pain during or after ejaculation is another common symptom. A man with chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome may have pain spread out around the pelvic area or may have pain in one or more areas at the same time. The pain may come and go and appear suddenly or gradually.

What happens if prostatitis is left untreated?

If left untreated, some types of prostatitis can cause worsening infection or other health problems. The prostate gland is situated just below the bladder and surrounds the urethra. Prostatitis is a disease of the prostate that results in pain in the groin, painful urination, difficulty urinating and other symptoms.

What is the best pain reliever for prostatitis?

Pain relievers. Hot baths or over-the-counter pain relievers can help when chronic prostatitis causes muscle tenderness or spasms. For some men, the best choice is a pain medication that also reduces inflammation, such as aspirin, ibuprofen, or another NSAID.

What are the symptoms of prostate inflammation?

Overview. Prostatitis is swelling and inflammation of the prostate gland, a walnut-sized gland situated directly below the bladder in men. The prostate gland produces fluid (semen) that nourishes and transports sperm. Prostatitis often causes painful or difficult urination. Other symptoms include pain in the groin,…