PROSTATE DISEASES AND SEXUAL POTENCY

The most common prostate diseases are: Prostatitis Inflammation of the prostate that can be acute or chronic. Acute prostatitis is caused by a bacterial infection and is treated with antibiotics. Chronic prostatitis is also known as chronic pelvic pain syndrome. Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) Enlargement of the prostate that is more common in men over 50. This enlargement can put pressure on the urethra and make it difficult to urinate. Prostate cancer Uncontrolled growth of prostate cells that is more common in men over 50. Most cases grow slowly and do not cause health problems, but some are serious.