Patient's question:
Does leukocytosis and pyuria appear in routine prostate tests for all types of prostatitis (bacterial, non-bacterial, chlamydial)? First follow-up question: Is bacterial infection easier to treat than non-bacterial infection? Second follow-up question: Does chlamydia infect the prostate? Chlamydia was previously detected in the urethra but later turned negative. Could it have infected the prostate? The doctor said that the urethra is the main site of chlamydia, so if it's not present in the urethra, it's unlikely to be in the prostate. Is that correct? Which type of prostatitis—chlamydial, bacterial, or non-bacterial—is easier to treat?Doctor's answer:
These are quite different. Bacterial prostatitis is generally caused by a urethral infection and requires antibiotic treatment. Non-bacterial prostatitis does not require antibiotics; it is simply congestion of the prostate, leading to functional impairment and blockage of glandular secretion. In simple terms, it means there is no bacterial infection. It is recommended to strictly follow medical advice, actively treat the condition, and pay attention to personal hygiene.