Patient's question:
I recently don't know why my lower abdomen is very uncomfortable, and I also don't have morning erections anymore. How long does it take for prostatitis to become chronic?Doctor's answer:
Acute prostatitis can be cured in most cases with timely and active treatment. In rare cases, it may lead to the formation of a prostate abscess. If the acute phase is not treated thoroughly, it can transform into chronic prostatitis, which is more difficult to treat.The prostate is a male-specific gonadal organ. It is shaped like a chestnut, with its base facing upward and attached to the bladder, while its tip points downward and reaches the urogenital diaphragm. The front of the prostate is, and the back is adjacent to the rectum. Therefore, when the prostate is enlarged, a digital rectal examination can be performed to palpate the back of the prostate.
The prostate gland has the urethra passing through its center. It can be said that the prostate guards the upper opening of the urethra. Thus, when the prostate is affected by disease, urination is the first function to be impacted.