How is acute bacterial prostatitis diagnosed?
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The first step in diagnosing acute bacterial prostatitis is most often a digital rectal exam to determine if the prostate is abnormal or enlarged. A prostate massage can be also performed to secrete fluids into the urethra, so urine samples can be collected. The type of bacteria present is determined so that a proper antibiotic can be prescribed. Your doctor may choose to do one or a combination of these tests, depending on your results and symptoms
The first step in diagnosing acute bacterial prostatitis is most often a digital rectal exam to determine if the prostate is abnormal or enlarged. A prostate massage can be also performed to secrete fluids into the urethra, so urine samples can be... More
