As men age, the likelihood of problems increases. In fact, according to the National Institute on Aging, as many as 90 percent of American men in their 70's and 80's will experience prostate problems. The problems The American Foundation for Urologic Disease says there are three main types of prostate problems. They all result in prostate enlargement which leads to other issues. The infections come in two forms, acute and chronic.
Acute prostatitis hits men of all ages.
It is also often hard or painful to urinate. The treatment consists of antibiotics and treatment usually is successful. Chronic prostatitis is an infection that keeps returning. Antibiotics can be used in this type of infection as well, but they aren't always because sometimes no bacteria can be found. If you have any of the symptoms of infection you should consult with your doctor.