Due to the possible role of the prostate in recurrent UTI in men, approaches to male UTI treatment can vary. To determine the most appropriate treatment approach, testing is key. Because of the proximity of the prostate to the urinary tract, the testing methods used for males with urinary symptoms can differ from those used for UTI in females. Additional …
Although much of our site is dedicated to recurrent urinary tract infection (UTI) in relation to female anatomy, recurrent UTI in men is not as uncommon as it may appear. Many of our community members are males who experience recurrent UTI, chronic bacterial prostatitis, or both. As we know, the prostate is distinct from the urinary tract. However, the two …
