Prostatitis 101 | Prostatitis Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

[@1nhman]

I had prostatitis for over 2 1/2 years but a standard urine test did not indicate a bacterial infection. My urologist blamed all of my symptoms on my radiation treatments. Once hospitalized for 3 days and receiving antibiotics intravenously my symptoms disappeared. It is wonderful to be normal again.

[@JonathanSilva-yv9fl]

What was the prescription u got ?

[@marssmith1278]

Yes I would like to know as well please

[@alik1059]

Every single prostatitis is caused by infection. These stupid urologists only ask for simple urine and semen tests where nothing is found. You need to go to hospital to get antibiotics via intravenous. I believe the best one is Zosyn. These cultures invariably will not show anything. Chronic non bacterial prostatitis and pelvic pain syndrome are bullshit names. They need to put you on intravenous medication

[@Af-qp9ik]

Did you have a surgery. I'm having a pain after peeing and i have frequency (if i sip a water,i ll have to go to toilet very urgently within 10 to 20min) and I get a very bad pain in my clit after peeing and my bladder pains too. I get shivering sometimes if i get a bad pain in my clit and sometimes i get a itching in my vulva as well Did you have these symptoms? I gave this more thn 1 1/2years for now I have got enough UTI reports and drugs for urinary infection but still not cured. Could you please help me out here

[@parthasarathy4124]

Hey guys pls try taking lemon juice without sugar 2 times a day.

[@johngray4607]

I am a physician and found this video extremely informative, really excellent! Thank you

[@markkirk2129]

Thanks for the information. My advice for everyone out there don't have the prostate massage especially with blood work showing an infection in the body. Two years now dealing with hydroceles bilaterally and most likely septis after it. Also make sure your urologist actually listens to what you have to say.

[@Onlarryy]

What did it make you feel like ? I think the bacteria they found in my prostate got to my blood … on levofloxacin for 4 weeks rn

[@atlasshrugged9735]

Prostatitis is often a neural muscular disorder. The pelvic floor muscles are very sensitive to stress. If one is tense, anxious, or stressed chronically, the pelvic floor muscles can become reversibly dysfunctional causing pain, sexual dysfunction, and urinary dysfunction. Infection is rarely the cause and when it is found to be the cause antibiotics clear it up quite quickly. I suffered greatly from prostatitis for two years. Took all kinds of antibiotics none of which fixed the issue. It wasnt until i addressed the stressors in my life and learned to quiet my over active mind that I was able to cure myself. A Headache in the Pelvis is a great book, as well as Dr. John Sarnos books. Prostatitis is poorly understood by the medical community who generally throw a pill or a knife at the problem.

[@xjyrki]

I just ordered that book. Hopefully it is of some help. I have had a non-bacterial prostatitis since September last year. I have been prescribed NSAIDs, antibiotics, tamsulosine hydrochloride and I take another muscle relaxant for the night. I have been sitting on a heating pad for hours a day for months now, which is about the only thing that seems to help a little. PSA was elevated at first (6.82), but then it dropped to a normal level.

[@atlasshrugged9735]

@@xjyrki Once infection or other differential diagnosis have been ruled out via testing the only thing left is an overactive mind and a fight fight freeze reaction that is on a hair trigger. As the pain drags on, neural pathways in the brain are created and reinforced.

[@seanvsn]

Did your analysis show any sign of bacterial infection though?

[@atlasshrugged9735]

@@seanvsn Nope, zero infection. Was checked multiple times.

[@atlasshrugged9735]

@@Moonless6491 I'm not physician so keep that in mind. If you are experiencing pain always get examined by at least one physician. A second opionion wouldn't hurt either, but I would stop after the 2nd opionion if nothing remarkable is found. I went down the rabbit hole of Drs. I saw 8 different Drs (2 GPs, 3 urologists, 3 orthopedic, even went to the ER once). None helped. One wanted to do surgery which I'm glad I declined. If you've been examined by a doctor and the doctor didn't find anything amiss; then you need to move past the idea that something physical is causing your pain/dysfunction. Caffeine is a stimulant. If your autonomic nervous system is already on a hair trigger, caffeine will certainly exacerbate that state. I temporarily cut caffeine out of my diet until I got my mind back into a calm state. If you like coffee, drink decaf. Your mind may view spicy foods as a "threat" and kick off an autonomic response (fight/flight/freeze). Once your brain is trained to view something as harmful it will respond accordingly. The good news is that your brain can be retrained, but it takes time. The mind is very powerful. Control your mind and your control your pain. Pain is a contruct of the mind. Your pain is trying to tell you something about your life that needs to be addressed so listen carefully. 😀

[@Cssaarr]

I think this was the best most complete video on the topic I have seen (and I have seen a lot). Most doctors tell you "take this antibiotic for 28 days" "oh, it was not fixed, take it for a few MONTHS and some antiinflamatories" "oh, it was not solved (or came back), take more antibiotics and antiinflamatories" ; "but doctor, what is the underlying cause?" ; "oh, who knows, no idea" . They never tell you about posible connection with chronic bowel inflamation, anxiety, constant muscle tension in the zone, testosterone levels, dht levels, etc.

[@el-cheneke]

So what’s the solution brother because I was just put on the 28 days antibiotics

[@Cssaarr]

@@el-cheneke no idea, I have not fixed it. Symptoms got better with time but it is still pretty annoying. Just now I decided to try to stop eating bread done with a specific flour I`ve been eating the last 4 years or so because I suspect it makes my symptoms worst. My depression, anxiety, insomnia and angst make it worst in general. Ejaculating more than once a weak seems to make it worst. No idea what to do with it

[@Alexander-z6x]

My hospital put me on 7 days of one antibiotic and 2 seractil 200mg... The pain i am in cannot be measured, it does not help

[@Alexander-z6x]

​@@Cssaarryou probably do not have a baterial prostataitis

[@stheras.a4301]

Suffering from this condition for almost 3 years...since age of 20 Symptoms Pain after Pee in my urethra Chronic pain in anus area😢 Pain after ejaculation I'm living in hell...i sometimes think to even take my own life because of this chronic prostatits

[@brentspitler9884]

I get more great information from you than I typically do at my appointments. Thanks for taking the time to educate us!

[@mikeholubek4419]

U need to be Ur own ADVOCATE, list Ur questions B4 Ur next appt and if Ur doctor doesn't address Ur concerns time 2 find a different doctor. I find that when U give them an organized list of concerns they're more apt to spend time needed with U. Remember THEIR time is as Valuable as YOURS, organizing Ur concerns lets them know that and prevents U from rambling or forgetting what U really are concerned with. Just what works for me So Far. Good Luck

[@stevebuffington6534]

@@mikeholubek4419 Excellent idea. I try that and it usually works well but my doc is a real talker and I’ve got to reel him in sometimes! I 15 - 20 minutes and he’s gone!

[@DeeDocker]

Unfortunately, I have been to two urologist and been prepared with my information and questions. Both doctors were more about getting me in and out so they could collect their fee. The second doctor was actually rude. I agree that Dr. Malik is very informative but she cannot treat over KZbin. :-(

[@daleravic]

I've been suffering this for a long time. I never took antibiotics. I was diagnosed with H Pylori last year. I took a heavy dose of two antibiotics for 2 weeks. Towards the end I was having blood and brownish fluid when I would ejaculate. Could this be the antibiotics clearing out the infection in the prostate?

[@paulpyatt9942]

@@daleravic if you are still having this you should have it checked out.

[@dreamer6737]

For all who suffers I solved this issue by: 1. Zero alcohol, cut down on sugar/white flour 2. Try to reduce your ejaculations, it’s very challenging for a man but it gets worse by over using the system 3. Warm baths and EXTREMELY important get massages often. I talked to my masseur about the issues and he helps with massage of lower back, glutes, thighs. You can also by yourself massage your own private parts a little. The problem is very tense pelvic muscles (from stress, sitting all the time etc) and inflammation.

[@stevewilliams7659]

Thanks I will definitely try and it will be hard but I definitely wanna get rid of this issue and im almost there

[@poedottaviano6924]

Thank you for the insight. Having non bacterial prostatitis for 30+ years is extremely difficult. Oddly in learning to deal with it, I'm more in tune with my body and its now a benefit with sex..and my gf loves it. (Last for how long she needs, multiple orgasms, dry orgasms, ect) Relaxing the pelvic muscles and controlling contractions helped me out tremendously.

[@steamroller257]

​​​@@stevewilliams7659You may try, sure, but you may also consider the user dreamer6737 îs crystal clear to me îs not a medical doctor, there's growing evidence that increasing the frequency of ejaculations actually helps in reducing the incidency of prostate cancer (excluding the most serious and dangerous ones which are believed having a crucial hereditary co-factor) for the stagnation of the fluids may degrade them and make them harmful, and have great care with the warm bath, the warmest it can get is 3⁰ celsius below body temperature which(=the body temperature )îs 37.5-38⁰ celsius, warmer temperatures may easily compromise the testicles functions (production of sperm can only occur at some 35⁰ or Below that). There's people who've lost one or both testicles for wearing tight pants in hot summer days out there, and many more suffering from similar accidents.

[@mickywinters8451]

@@dreamer6737 I solved it too. I drink beers almost every 2 days for decades. I eat sugar but the recommended daily. I took quercetin and bromelain supplements with pygeium as recommended by a urologist and my pain went from a 8 to a zero or 1 after having this for 17 years.

[@Turboy65]

That goes against advice given by medical professionals who state that more frequent ejaculation can help clean out the prostate. So....as Michael Jackson suggests...BEAT IT.

[@Errk2G]

I experienced back pain, pain in my testicles, fever and vomiting. A uouroligist told me: no smoking, no caffeine or alcohol. Also to sit in the bath in warm water twice a day. This advice has really helped.

[@richardpauly1635]

If you have a bad heart same thing no caffeine no alcohol and less salt and no smoking

[@tannycurry211]

I had same problem but sitting in the bath made it worse

[@AbdulAziz-up1uu]

@@tannycurry211 sir mujay prostatits swelling or urine flow be kam haa please helf me

[@Thesalamanca]

Non bacterial prostatitis you have?

[@markdumas]

Did you monitor your psa levels?

[@mikeholubek4419]

Thank You Dr. Malik for taking the time to answer our male urological issues.

[@magicalwishes7715]

Thank you doctor for teaching me about prostate I have a problem the systems that you’re talking about anyway it’s a blessing to hear from you and see your videos I’m 74 years old and I learned a lot from you keep the good work up I do appreciate it very much

[@752brickie]

I had a bad case last November. It was pretty brutal for a while! It felt like I was trying to pee a golf ball through a garden house!! You talk about “PAIN”!! But my PA Sarah came to the rescue! Since then I have been hitting the saw palmetto and things are working great!! I am 71 and do not take a single pharmaceutical! I am a blessed man!

[@lennyanders1639]

Liquid pumpkin seed oil is the king of prostate supplements.

[@752brickie]

@@lennyanders1639 Thank you I will try and get some! I know I never want that again !

[@AbdulAziz-up1uu]

@@lennyanders1639 Sir mujay prostatits swelling haa please helf me

[@lennyanders1639]

@@AbdulAziz-up1uu Do not masturbate and take pumpkin seed oil, pygeum, nettle and beta sitosterol and zinc.

[@Alexander-z6x]

Sawtooth tea helps too, quercus acutissima, is shrinks your prostate

[@garyjohnson9561]

What a wonderful talk, thank you. As someone who has suffered with this problem for many years it has been very enlightening.

[@MrGuitar1458]

Great information as always. I have had ABP twice in the last 35 years, and have also received PT for some high tone pelvic floor issues. Complex problem, to be sure.

[@AllAboutHealthy-Lifestyle]

This little film contains some incredible information, and the way the presenter presents it-using much research, of course, and relevant images-makes it easier for viewers like me to understand. Shortly after finishing my research, I'll try to create a few videos about prostate health. I appreciate your wonderful content.

[@boonedog1457]

A most helpful presentation. I'm taking Pollen Extracts for my Prostatitis and it is helping. I did not want to take any medicines.

[@davidtrace5709]

I always enjoy your videos Dr Malik. This one is particularly important to me as someone who has experienced prostatitus and epididymitis for many years. Thank you again 🙏

[@hunter24318]

How long did the epididymitis pain last you?

[@Corey-iw4ot]

Have u tired espon salt baths

[@wayneantondodgeheat7448]

Thank no one can explain medical things as good as you can than you so much. Plz keep doing that it's helping me stay fit and healthy

[@jahlaniskinner]

Thank you, honestly you are saving my life and sanity

[@johnbenya9558]

This was a great video. Had the problem twice in 2017. Long story. Could you do a video on PSA numbers and their meaning and trends. What the numbers mean for older people. Thanks for the videos. You don't know how helpful you have been.

[@darrenwayne8263]

Dr Malik, you're fantastic. I think actually many cases are non- infectious, non-bacterial, which is from temporary pelvic dysfunction, due to nerve/s. Alpha blockers for a while, and therapy, also for men with no enlarged prostate. Even if you have a small prostate, things happen.

[@dennismontero4553]

thank you dr. Malik I've been having prostate problems I'm taking medicine for it everything you just mentioned I have I'm going to call my doctor right now once again thank you

[@boonedog1457]

@Dennis Montero, Try PollenAid Graminex, a flower Pollen Extract. It is helping me. It's better than taking any medicine.

[@michaeljohn7398]

Thankyou Doc. Excellent Discourse on this very important matter. The beauty of these videos is you can watch them multiple times until the information sinks in. Top job Mate. Cheers from Michael. Australia.

[@usalscorner]

I was given Cipro for "prostatistis" when the only symptom was trouble urinating. I had a history of benign enlargement but not prostatitis. When I ended up in the hospital because of side effects from Cipro I was treated as having benign enlargement and the prostate issue cleared immediately. I'm now disabled because of the side effects from Cipro. My GP handled the issue rather than sending me to a specialist.

[@paulpyatt9942]

CIPRO is a black box drug and is considered a drug of last resort by the FDA. I was given CIPRO before and after a biopsy as I have an enlarged prostate. 2 days after the bio I was in ER with a severe reaction to CIPRO, I thought I was going to die. If you look at the side effects of this drug and accounts of what people have suffered as a result if it's use its pretty terrifying. I was not given any warning or advice about CIPRO. So my advice to anyone who is prescribed this drug to do the research and discuss with the physician before taking it. As the URO says it hard to get antibiotics into the prostate and CIPRO is good at it and why it's used as a first choice. You have to know what it is you are taking and it's side effects and I suggest you do. Talk it over with your PCP and then decide.

[@anthonygreenfield123]

Cipro is poison indeed. Never take that.

[@younglegacy1637]

What did cipro did to you my friend?? I took it for one month to treat prostatitis

[@anthonygreenfield123]

I watched your video man. I am still waiting for your update

[@lennyanders1639]

Me too, Levequin blew may tendons out, took me months to recover, I now take liquid pumpkin seed oil for prostate health

[@yusufabubaker4215]

I have had prostrate enlargement for about 2yrs and I started taking this meds which has both, relaxing the muscle and shrinking the prostrate, will send the name, after a year my prostrate was Normal size

[@yafet021]

It should be alpha-blocker type isnt it? Like tamsulosin (flomax)?

[@ishtiaqomer2032]

@@yafet021 i think you were taking finasteride

[@zelalemalemayehu6034]

How you can shrink your prostate enlargement

[@cliffordhennings9787]

I had persistent pain that brought me to ER a couple of times. Urine and blood work normal. Eventually a urologist said prostatitis. 2 months on doxycycline and pelvic stretches helped, but after having a hernia repair my symptoms went away. I guess my hernia was causing muscular issues. It seems the causes for prostatitis ranges widely.

[@UserNamez]

What kind of hernia do you have? I have an inguinal hernia that was seen on an MRI, but my urologist never addressed it.

[@cliffordhennings9787]

@@UserNamez It was inguinal, same as yours. Of course each body is different, but I am back to normal now. The urologist and the surgeon never put 2 and 2 together but my primary did. I think primary was correct in my case

[@maheirbalbeid5793]

What is inguinal hernia?and how to spot them?

[@Jordiesharpee]

I’ve had chronic prostatitis for 5 years. Started at the age of 23. A year and a half later things improved tremendously that I was pain free which I appreciated life even more. Now in the last 4 months I’ve been experiencing pain again which is putting a lot of weight on me. I had a hernia repair 18 years ago and was told it has opened back up. I’ve always been curious because of my hernia re opening that maybe that’s causing my issue. Now that you mentioned a hernia it really makes me feel that’s what the issue is that causing prostatitis symptoms.

[@johnsharkey4006]

This very important for us gentle men and so nice to listen to you Doctor ❤💕

[@ickimadrasi8965]

Just returned from the urologist and I am told that my PSA move from 8 to 9 in three months

[@MatthewYoung-nn7ek]

I'm sorry to hear. Best wishes

[@jeepwran]

Was diagnosed with prostatitis some years ago. Frequent need, discomfort and difficulty emptying bladder. And a 103 degree temp. Off to urgent care. Got ibuprophen for the temp and had near immediate relief of all other symptoms. Urinalysis (yea! I can pee again) did not detect infection, but still did a course of antibiotics.

[@megadwayne28]

What did they treat you with?

[@mlake07]

I had chronic non-bacterial prostatitis maybe 20 years ago for more than a year. Couldn't sit down at all and had to sleep on my stomach. I'm a lifetime vegetarian and had eaten tofu nearly everyday for more than 30 years. In the midst of my suffering I traveled abroad fo 6 weeks. During these travels I ate no tofu or soy of any kind. And by the end of my 6 weeks my prostate pain was completely gone. When I returned home and returned to my regular diet my pain returned within days. It took some experimentation to narrow down what in my home environment was causing the problem but through trail and error I finally narrowed it down to soy. Now I've totally avoided soy for twenty years and the problem hasn't returned.... unless I cheat, (eg. tofu stir fries at Chinese restaurant when lunching with colleages) which immediately re-inflames my prostate. I'm surprised MDs (I saw many) seem to be totally unaware of the possible link between prostatitis and diet....

[@stevef7814]

18 years chronic. Now impotent. Pain management a daily challenge. It's a great life.

[@unorthodox7945]

Hang in there brother it will get better never stop searching. Pray 🙏

[@michaelfern4079]

What age are you? Thanks.

[@bekabeka71]

@@unorthodox7945how will it get better?

[@jondough4116]

Me too brother plus bone cancer stage 4 now ain't life grand especially at 53yrs old..

[@craigwilliamson8167]

10 years chronic, and it sucks so bad.

[@Turboy65]

How interesting that this female urologist seems to be a better source of information for MALE problems than the vast majority of MALE urologists. Thank you, Dr. Malik.

[@Nemo71340]

I mean, it’s the same way with some male gynecologist being better than the female counterparts. A doctor is a doctor doesn’t really matter the gender.

[@alastairlaidlaw2922]

Thank you Rena for this Prostatitis 101 . I think GP’s should take note of this KZbin video and it would help many men who suffer with Prostatitis.Thank you again.

[@leapingjoseph8462]

Alastair, I agree. My GP gave me absolutely no info about it . Just prescribed antibiotics, which after 8 weeks is not working. No advice on food, drinks, exercise, etc. Luckily i found some videos such as this one.

[@AbdulAziz-up1uu]

@@leapingjoseph8462 Sir mujay prostatits swelling haa please helf me

[@Charles-mn6yn]

Dr. Malik, tanks a million. You beat all male doctors I met on this topic. I feel cured watching you. ❤

[@hebert1518]

Dr: Rena , thank you so much for your important information.,always clarifying details what should we know. Two thumbs up! 💐

[@dthomas3065]

Thank you so much for this in depth video. I am currently suffering from another bout of Prostatitis and on antibiotics. This really helped me more thoroughly understand this condition.

[@krishnakantgupta5652]

You can try hot sitz bath ....for some help

[@jimnuding4011]

Very informative video. I’ve been suffering from testicular and lower back pain for about a month now. I’ve had a ct scan and an ultrasound. The ct scan did not show any abnormalities but the ultrasound showed a small cyst on the right testicle and a small hydrocele on both. Thank you for putting up this video. I’m seeing a urologist on June 1st and now I know what to expect. I like the way you make your videos. They’re like a virtual office visit with you.

[@santosh8766]

Any progress? Can you advise me about treatment

[@gregorycross612]

I was suffering with excruciating pain in right testicle. Went through all kinds of tests and exams and about $3k later in bils I mentioned to chiropractor. Turned out to be a twist in the vasdefferens between testicle and prostate. Gentle massage and loose fit clothing to 'let it hang' and straighten itself out. Later found a co worker who's doc suggested same plus jumping/ bouncing allowing free fall to help correct twist. Doesn't cost anything and worth a try!

[@airtechmech6681]

@@gregorycross612 I think that may have happened to me during hydrocele surgery. Things have never felt right since.

[@richardkremmen7811]

What a thorough, articulate presentation! I know also that prostatitis is sometimes mistaken for PCa and vice versa. I know both conditions can raise the PSA, but I believe prostatitis presents usually with higher fPSA % than PCa. I believe also that a tPSA between 2.5 and 4 but with a fPSA of 16% or less is extremely suspicious as indicative of PCa rather than prostatitis. Would you care to comment on any of this? Thank you.

[@tominnc315]

I was diagnosed with prostatitus in 2015. 5 months. 4 Drs every imaginable test. PSA 0.7. Then i found Howard Schubiner s : Unlearn Your Pain. Book. Gone in 5-7 days. Zero burning horrible pain. Gone! Prostatitus is almost always emotional. 90% Read a Sarno book read a book on mind body.

[@charlesblumenstock9160]

Yes I agree the psa went up and back down 4:42 4:43 4:44 4:45 4:45 4:46 4:46

[@warrenclarke6732]

I forgot to say thank you for all you do. I'll try to get my physician to reconsider options.

[@mikolfarley]

Thank you. Ive been having pains and my doctor jist ran a blood test and still doesn't know whats wrong. Im going to bring this up as he hasnt even mentioned it.

[@Robert-jd4lx]

How about a video on treatment and self-care for epididymitis? That would be helpful!

[@jpkiwi8744]

Every time she posts I learn so much..Thank you Dr Malik.

[@john-lb5fu]

Excellent and informative. I wouldn't have had the resources to compile all this knowledge without a medical degree much less a Drs. appointment. I now have specific info to have a productive conversation with my Dr.

[@alexmoreno5894]

I just got it about 7 months ago.Dr. Prescribed meds did work a little bit but enlightenment went away when I started taking ginger and lemon water what a difference.

[@David-rb9lh]

@@alexmoreno5894 how are you now?

[@eliasnavytanga]

I had Prostatitis lately, and the pain when going to pee is unbearable. Quite painful, and nothing comes out or drips. Fortunately, Ciprofloxacin antibiotics cured mine within 3 days of starting to take them.

[@Doesitmatter-by3xb]

You lucky, lucky man

[@dougd9944]

I've been taking that also , Ciprofloxacin for 8 days, I am in extreme pain and discomfort. Last night, I must of got up 10 times. Urine Culture test came out good, now awaiting blood results. 69 yr old. Doc says it's Acute Prostatitis. Not getting any relief yet 😢

[@David-rb9lh]

@@dougd9944How are you now ?

[@jkp39420]

stinging pain?

[@David-rb9lh]

@@eliasnavytanga how are you now?

[@oldjarhead386]

I was diagnosed with chronic non-bacterial prostatitis. Suffered many years. Doctors wouldn’t fully listen to me. Finally found a pelvic pain specialist. Diagnosed with PNE. Steroid injections keeps the prostatitis at a minimum but the pudendal canal is still problematic. Looking into pudendal RFA.

[@markdumas]

PN injections helped me so far but PSA is elevated (10.6). Did you track your PSA levels over time?

[@michaelwilbur4320]

I was having problems urinating, went and had a PSA test taken, it showed a high number , and I found out I was almost a stage 4 prostate cancer. I had radiation for 5 days a week for 9 weeks. Fortunately, I'm in remission for 5 yrs now .

[@stevenhowell4694]

If you don't mind me asking, how old are you Michael? Glad to hear you're in remission.

[@michaelwilbur4320]

@@stevenhowell4694 I'm now 63

[@markdumas]

@@michaelwilbur4320how high did your psa get?

[@michaelwilbur4320]

@@markdumas 485

[@jkp39420]

no chemo or other drugs? Just the radiation?

[@Fallenlords1969]

Never heard of it before. Learn so much from this channel.

[@LabRat6619]

I was getting treated for multiple problems until one day a doctor said "I think you have prostatitis ". Antibiotics and the symptoms have just vanished. Wonderful 👏

[@philaymar1499]

Do you know what you took to help? I have basic symptoms (painful balls, dick, frequent peeing, etc) but no fever or vomiting. I thought I had a UTI and took cipro for 7 days. Helped a bit but still battling this pain today

[@AhmedMohamed-nx6hn]

​@philaymar1499 got same problem man. Was wondering if anything changed since ur last comment ?

[@David-rb9lh]

@@AhmedMohamed-nx6hnSame for me and urine culture show nothing.

[@colinlawrence2186]

Thanks for explaining this i was just under the impression that these symptoms were just a symptom of age thank you once again 🙂 Take care stay safe and God bless you always 🙋‍♂️🇬🇧

[@YandTIII]

@Rena Malik, M.D. Non bacterial prostatitis was a miserably perplexing experience. Incredulously, I was unable to get a clear diagnosis nor efficacious treatment from several urologists at renown teaching hospitals. The pelvic floor dysfunction & related PT may help some patients but is not the panacea for all. Your adept thoughts on a NBP segment would be appreciated.

[@lyfandeth]

Urologists and GPs inevitably forget to mention that even one dose of an alpha blocker when you are 20 years old, WILL cause floppy iris syndrone, which complcates cataract surgery even 60 years later in life. The patient MUST be informed about this, so decades later they can warn the cataract surgeon to prepare for this. One dose, and the collateral damage lasts for life.

[@sqhunter65]

I take D-mannos and turmeric together and think it's a total game changer. They thought I had leaky colon and did a popy seed test,it was negative. When i got my diet straight no more constipation it changed a lot. Metamucil in the morning every morning, D-mannos,and turmeric.

[@billdivine9501]

D-mannose gives me diarrhea.

[@IPlayOneOnT.V.]

Thanks, Dr. Malik. So far I've been able to dodge this bullet in life. But. also, now I have a place to go if I need a refresher on this subject.

[@george.h5530]

Thank you for the information. Your videos are very helpful.

[@itechfive240]

I went to the doctor for the same symptoms and he thought was an enlarged prostate. Clean for bacteria and PSA was normal. Then one morning before my next office visit, I concentrated on the exact location of the pressure ache and I found it not coming from my balls really but under at first and when I started pressing with my fingers to see if any pain, I felt some relief the closer I got to my sciatic nerve under my hip joint. Looking on YT, Doc said do this stretch and wow no more pressure ache in my balls. I've always known about pain transference in the body and fell back on that.

[@frankeasterling3402]

Had once, years ago. Col. Potter told me to lay of the night shift coffee. She said something about be cute. It was not cute, it hurt to pee. The doctor was retired military, just part timing to not get bored. Reminded me of Col Potter. He squeezed my prostate like a pimple and wrote some heavy-duty antibiotics.

[@paulpyatt9942]

Best explanation I have heard. Thank you.

[@juliendiaz1150]

You’re the best Doc!! thanks for the informative video!!

[@lodwill5116]

The best one I listened to.?? Thanks

[@richyaxl1151]

Hi! Thank you so much for the video! Could you do a video about "testicular" discomforts or pains when one is not so active intimately? Or what they call Epydidymitis?

[@stanleyyyyyyyyyyy]

I had it 3 weeks ago.. Terrible fever, tremors, blood in urine.. I can recommend it to every masochist!

[@eddievelasquez6402]

So informative page DR.rena keep up the amazing work you do and for others godbless

[@dalekrinke2674]

Thank you very much Dr Malik. I am just starting on a orostatitis program. Very educational. 🌹

[@lawricks]

Dr. Malik you're amazing! Continue the content your awesome! The dilevery and straight forward approach to sexual answers are unparalleled! Please keep it up. The following will go where you go. Just keep us informed

[@kanyamagaraabdallah8300]

je croire le explication de D. Rena Malik a moi est assez selon, merci a beintot

[@petekosar8379]

Great video Doctor!!! Wish you were my doctor when I lived in the U.S. I'm not going to slam the clowns I had there my surgeon put me through hell. When I moved to the Philippines kept having the same issues in the video and through a lot of prayers and a great doctor he prescribed the alpha blockers described in the video and I been uti free for over two years now!!! PRAISE THE LORD 🙏🙏🙏

[@michaelrobinson4677]

Absolutely great video, very informative. Thanks

[@josephacolburnjr3357]

Thank you for the info it's always good to have knowledge

[@1maggotbrain]

You spouse is a blessed man, all due respect

[@silverbullet7434]

I've had problems with my prostate for forty years. Paralyzed at 23 in 79 left an incomplete quad its been time aft time of infections. Dilation helped for awhile but it still has me in hospital many times. Blocked kidney was fun in 2009 and again a few yrs back which had a stent that caused infection. I've been through hell . Foley now helps being bed bound and not able to move from constant spine pain. Spasms that rock me without NY precaution. Any suggestions???

[@harrycordell1438]

Your info about the two glass probably saved my life.Should their be afollow up.I had meds for 4 weeks.

[@kevingordon6721]

Thank you very much great info and explanation.

[@-hilbert-1623]

I got diagnosed with chronic prostatitis a 2 years go (at 40 yo). The only thing I got from my urologist were some Saw Palmetto pills and the advice ‘get used to the pain’. Awesome!

[@Genzo360]

Check if you have cpps, if it's the case a urologist won't help. You need to see a pelvic floor therapist.

[@darrenallen645]

Smoke some herb also and take tumeric pills

[@AbdulAziz-up1uu]

@@darrenallen645 Sir mujay prostatits swelling haa please helf me

[@saleemsameer-up4dc]

@@AbdulAziz-up1uu homiyopathi meican R25 3month take your problam shal Inshah Allah

[@Vision-dd8fl]

Are you any better after 2 years?

[@HB-yq8gy]

Thank you Dr. Malik. In my mid twenties I got Prostatitis once and had to be treated with antibiotics now at 59 y/o. My Urologist said my issue today has nothing to do in my twenties. I don't believe him because in my young days I could hold back 3 & 4 ejaculates daily maybe this over time caused my BPH? BPH with elevated PSA (4.7) 2023,(5.5) 2022 & (5.3) 2021 had prostate biopsy no cancer. I tried flow max and didn't like the side of effect not taking any meds.

[@robertcrawford4555]

You are so helpful.I wish you were my doctor

[@planlamaharita3490]

GOOD NEWS for you. I got treated. I was sufferring the prostatitis pain for 2 years. The all test results were fine while I had too much pain. Finally I tried 200 milligrams of doxycycline antibiotic for twi weeks same time me and my partner. Both us took same medicine and finally cured.

[@Vision-dd8fl]

Did it come back or not?

[@Harry-xi8sz]

I had a sisto in April and I'm having all the main symptom's.

[@jdj10078]

excellent explanation on this thank you so much.

[@JustVisiting]

I experienced severe delirium with a bacterial infection. I spent 3 nights in the hospital hooked up to an IV with antibiotics.

[@Vision-dd8fl]

Are you cured now after iv treatment?

[@David-rb9lh]

And now are you ok?

[@DavidSmith-fw6uj]

Love from DeKalb Mississippi USA 🇺🇸

[@alexisandcrystal1]

Dr Rena. I have learned so much from your channel. Thank you so much. I am about to have a surgery called Prostate Embolization. I feel this a good choice of surgeries for me because my prostate is about 5 times the normal size. I have some urinary problems but not so severe and so have decided for the surgery. My fear is that my ED will continue or even get worse. Can you help?

[@jamesharkness1058]

I got a bad case of this when I was heavy into taking indoor Spinning/Cycling classes. Even though I used a gel cover on the seat, I feel this still contributed to my problem. Is there any studies on this condition and cycling?

[@warrenclarke6732]

This is so well explained. Treat bacterial prostatitis for 4 to 6 weeks. Here they treat it for 7 to 10 days, and it comes back, go figure.

[@davec9244]

watched this over and over, the symptoms match up very close to mine. I do not know why my urologist never asked or brought this up. He was sure I had prostate cancer even with numbers in 4.5 and performed a biopsy, showed negative. And did a tube up my urethra to look at my bladder another negative. To add to all the other symptoms before, now impotence! WTF do I need a new doctor or what thank you

[@paulpyatt9942]

Similar experience and my PSA went to 12. I had biopsy, CT, MRI all sorts of in clinic scan, blood tests and urine tests. Nothing was found to indicate cancer. At my last PDA check it had dropped to 7. Quercetin, Zinc, Saw Palemetto, Lycopene supplements may have had something to do with that. Hoping my next check will show a further decrease as the symptoms of prostatitis have greatly reduced. Coincidence??. I have had BPH since at least 2005 when my PSA was 2 and over 15 years it went to 12. My prostate size also increased. I was alway scared that I had PC. But here I am and nothing in that realm. Prostatitis is a real issue and should not be confused with PC.

[@DrRocketTurner]

Thank you for your excellence, as always! Dr Rocket 🚀

[@geefim2144]

Think I might have it as I have some pains around those areas . Had been doing better but just had some shooting pain through my lenis a few times today. I’ll probably go get a urinalysis until then work on diet and pay more attention to what’s happening . Lower stress !

[@tomsmith9634]

Hi doc seen many of your vids and they are great. Could prostatitis or testicular issues arise from post covid symptoms?

[@トーマス-h1u]

This is literally what has happened to me right after I got better from covid. Hope you’re doing better!

[@scotniver7180]

Very comprehensive. Thank you. 64.. on tamulosin and Prostagutt 3 years.. still chugging along.. Fasting and low carbon diet No coffee no alcohol.. lots exercise and pelvic floor exercise

[@bh9262]

I haven't been able to sit for 6 weeks. No bacterial, but slightly enlarged prostate. Dr prescribed antibiotics but i Had bad reaction to them

[@michaelfern4079]

If it wasn’t bacterial, wh6 did they give you antibiotics?

[@pocopico7409]

Unfortunately, one of the main medications given for prostatitis today in the USA are fluoroquinolones (i.e., Cipro and Levaquin). But these are potentially very dangerous medications and are notorious for having black box warnings due to their frequent association with causing tendon rupture and pain. Achilles rupture is one of the most common problems from these medications, but they also cause a variety of other troublesome problems, including lifelong peripheral neuropathy. These problems can even occur AFTER the medications have been discontinued, sometimes not occurring for months after the medications were discontinued. Fluoroquinolones should ONLY be used as a last resort type of medication, where the potential benefit clearly outweighs the risks. But that's usually not how they are used. Doctors will prescribe them for common ailments, like upper respiratory infections and ear problems. What makes them so inappropriate for prostatitis is that antibiotics for prostatitis are typically used for a longer period of time than you typically take antibiotics for....several weeks. So the last thing you want to do is use fluoroquinolones over a long period of time. If your doctor prescribes these meds for your prostatitis, think twice about taking them. Ask if an alternative antibiotic that doesn't have a history of causing such problems would be appropriate. For instance, Bactrim DS.

[@TheOfficialSiNN]

Did you just say bacterium doesn’t cause problems? People die taking bacterium

[@coffeeblogger7441]

Bactrium doesn't have enough penetration power to get into the prostate...usually only used for bladder infection before it gets into prostate

[@TheOfficialSiNN]

@@coffeeblogger7441 Bactrim is the strongest one to use, but the side effects are something else. There has been a ban in Europe for this medication

[@pocopico7409]

@@coffeeblogger7441: Bactrium? I think you need to go back to med school and/or consult your PDR. Bactrim DS is a common antibiotic for prostatitis. What do you think they gave before fluoroquinolones came along? But if you’d rather risk tearing your Achilles or having peripheral neuropathy, good luck! 😏

[@TopVillain]

Cipro is commonly used for UTI’s. I think your theory is a little bit over blown.

[@UHFStation1]

It burns like hell. Thankful antibiotics work every time. Getting older sucks though.

[@mjg1544]

A man can get prostatitis from not only a woman having bacterial vaginosis, but also a yeast infection. Getting yeast up your urethra and into the prostate can cause prostate issues and well as cause a urinalysis to be negative for bacterium. So unhealthy vaginal flora can be the culprit but not all the time.

[@obstunnha]

Yup!

[@me77iah]

Great video, thank you!

[@chazzwins944]

Thank you Dr.

[@thebeltrans8969]

I have an enlarged prostate and anxiety both of which I feel trigger and aggravate my prostatitis causing overactive bladder issues..I would give anything to stop feeling like I have to pee all the time just so I can get a full nights sleep again 😭

[@karlpie5790]

Yeah I know what’s you mean exactly. Happened to me around 15 years

[@tesfuabadi1678]

​@@karlpie5790 so how do get cured?

[@SalehAhmed-je2dn]

May almighty God save us all kind of disease Gorgeous personality Beautyfull voice Dr. Malik

[@salrusso1233]

HI DR, I HAD A RELATIVELY NEW PROCEDURE. PROSTATE ARTERY EMBOLIZATION,. MY BPH SYMPTOMS HAVE BEEN GREATLY REDUCED

[@MuhammadRehanBurney]

Your take on multiple prostatic calculi causing abacterial prostatitis? Most of my patients had prostatic calculi and a never ending and lingering symptoms.

[@bh9262]

I didn't have a problem until after I had a prostate exam!

[@mikesmith6594]

Believe I developed procititus , plus bps , on top of depression, anxiety, feeling nausus , bacterial infection plus inflammation in my body.