Chronic bacterial prostatitis is the inflammation of the prostate due to recurrent attacks of acute bacterial prostatitis.

What is the Pathology of Chronic Bacterial Prostatitis?

The pathology of chronic bacterial prostatitis is: 

-Etiology: The cause of chronic bacterial prostatitis is the recurrent urinary tract infections. 

-Genes involved: Unknown. 

-Pathogenesis: The sequence of events that lead to chronic bacterial prostatitis follows that recurrent acute prostatitis.

-Morphology: The morphology associated with chronic bacterial prostatitis shows enlarged, fibrosis, and shrunken prostate.

-Histology: The histology associated with chronic bacterial prostatitis shows foci of lymphocytes, plasma cells, macrophages, and neutrophils within the prostatic substance.

How does Chronic Bacterial Prostatitis Present? 

Patients with chronic bacterial prostatitis typically affect males present at the age range of 30 to 50 years old. The symptoms, features, and clinical findings associated with chronic bacterial prostatitis include hematuria, dysuria, malodorous urine, urinary retention, and urethral discharge.

How is Chronic Bacterial Prostatitis Diagnosed? 

Chronic bacterial prostatitis is diagnosed with a history and physical examination.

How is Chronic Bacterial Prostatitis Treated? 

Chronic bacterial prostatitis is treated through medical care which include antimicrobial therapy, alpha-blockers, and pain medication. 

What is the Prognosis of Chronic Bacterial Prostatitis?

The prognosis of chronic bacterial prostatitis is fair.